Second of three races in the Starlit Ru
nning Company's Nighttime Summer Race Series. *Register for all 3 and recei
ve an AWESOME finisher’s medal upon completion of the 3rd! It is not
necessary to run the same distance in all three events to be awarded the me
dal. Your participation and support of our cause is all that is neces
sary, so feel free to mix up the distances or use the series to focus on im
proving just your 5K or 10K time! .

SRC Nighttime Summer Race
Series Dates & Times

Packet Pick-up: Packet pick-up will be held
at the race start on July 12th from 5p.m. to start of race.

Course Description: Flat and fast out and back trail of hard-
packed crushed rock. The trail will be lit with luminary bags, but headlamp
s are welcome.

Technical Shirts: 5K, 10K, and 1 Mile Run registrants registered by July 6th will
be guaranteed a technical race shirt. After July 6th, shirts will be given
on a first come, first serve basis.

Awards: Prizes will be awarded to the overa
ll male and female in the 5K & 10K distances. Age category awards will
be given for the following age categories: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-3
9, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

DJ: There will be professi
onal DJ playing music and keeping runners informed during the event.

Race Day Registration: Race day registration will be
available at the race start from 5:00p.m. to 8:20p.m. The registration fee
will increase on race day by $5 for each event except for the 1 Mile Fun Ru
n, which will remain fixed at $15.

1 Mile Fun Run:&n
bsp;Note that the 1 Mile Fun Run begins at 8:00p.m. Fun Run participants un
der the age of 12 will receive a finisher's medal and goodie bag. All Fun R
un participants will enjoy post-race snacks and festivities.

Blue Moon is
the third race of three races in the Starlit Running Company's Nighttime Su
mmer Race Series. This evening run is on the Frisco Trail, which will be li
t with luminary bags, and features a professional DJ, participant shirts, a
ge category awards, and post-race snacks.

10K @ 8:10pm, 5K @
8:15pm, and 1 Mile @ 7:40pm

*Register for all 3 and receive
an AWESOME finisher's medal upon completion of the 3rd! It is not necessary
to run the same distance in all three events to be awarded the medal. Your
participation and support of our cause is all that is necessary, so feel f
ree to mix up the distances or use the series to focus on improving just yo
ur 5K or 10K time!

Event schedule and times

Packet Pick-up: Packet pick-up will be held at th
e race start on August 9th from 5p.m. to start of race.

Cours
e Description: Flat and fast out and back trail of hard-packe
d crushed rock. The trail will be lit with luminary bags, but headlamps are
welcome.

Awards: Prizes will be awarded to the overal
l male and female in the 5K & 10K distances. Age category awards will b
e given for the following age categories: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39
, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

DJ: There will be professio
nal DJ playing music and keeping runners informed during the event.

<
strong>Race Day Registration: Race day registration will be a
vailable at the race start from 5:00p.m. to 8:00p.m. The registration fee w
ill increase on race day by $5 for each event except for the 1 Mile Fun Run
, which will remain fixed at $15.

1 Mile Fun Run:&nb
sp;Note that the 1 Mile Fun Run begins at 7:40p.m. Fun Run participants und
er the age of 12 will receive a finisher's medal and goodie bag. All Fun Ru
n participants will enjoy post-race snacks and festivities.

Haley's Hope - Haley's Hope was established in honor
of a beloved daughter, sister, and friend—Haley Stevens—who was diagnosed
with ALS at the age of 16. During her short battle, her family and friends
knew that the only way to help others afflicted with this awful disease was
to start raising money to help others afflicted with this in our area. &nb
sp;Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease,
is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the
brain and the spinal cord.

Location:

STAGING AREA - Nixa High School, 514 S Nicholas Rd, Nixa, MO
p>

TRANSPORT GROUPS: You will be notified via E-mail of your Transportati
on Group. Group one leaving at 6:20pm to start line; Group two leaving at 6
:40pm to start line.

PARKING AREAS: The staging area will be at NIXA
HIGH SCHOOL with transportation provided to and from the start/finish lines
.NO Vehicles Will Be Allowed At Two Rivers Bike Park!!

<
tr>

Race Start Time:

7PM

Entry Fee:

$65 if Pre-Registered

$55 if you al
so run the 5K/10K Haley's Hope Hot N' Hilly at 7AM on August 16th. Run both
races and receive a commenmorative backpack.

RACE DAY - $70

Packet Pick Up and Race Day Registration:

Friday, August 15, 2014 at Associated Theatrical Contractors, 451 S
. Union, Springfield, MO before 5:30pm or on race day at 6PM to 6:35PM at N
ixa HS (Transportation to starting line leaves at 6:40PM). Race Day Registr
ation Fee is $70.

Shirts:

Early registrants (by 08/13/14) will receive shirt on race-day. Later regis
trants will receive their shirts one week later by picking them up from Ass
ociated Theatrical Contractors.

Awards:

Will be awarded to the overall, masters, and to the top three
in 10-year age groups.

The course holds a beautiful country setting beginning at
Two Rivers Bike Park. It winds along the countryside through Shelvin rock b
efore finishing at the bridge on Big Bend . Rolling hills and evening tempe
ratures will make this a fun and challenging half marathon.

Dewey Short, Branson is the pla
ce to be on Saturday, Sep 6, 2014 at 8:00am. Come and join us for "The Ulti
mate Groovy 5K Run & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk." This 70s themed run features
a disco ball finish and tie­dyed shirts. Run along the beautiful shores of
Table Rock Lake at Dewey Short. All proceeds benefit the Ultimate Gymnasti
cs of Branson Booster Club, a non­profit group thatsupports the compe
titive gymnastics team from the Hollister YMCA.

Gymnastics is a very expensive sport. Our Booster Club fundraises to
make gymnastics available to girls in the community regardless of their fi
nancial status. Competitive sports have an impact that lasts a lifetime. Ou
r girls gain self esteem, self confidence, a sense of team work, a competit
ive spirit and positive body image.

Bring the family for a night of fun to help fund the Missouri Institu
te of Natural Science and Riverbluff Cave! Run or walk the 5K and/or Fun Ru
n and stick around for free tours of the museum in addition to activities (
some just fun, some educational!) for the kids. Enjoy the museum grou
nds on this sure to be Spectacular Summers Eve! Complete with fossil
dig for kids, pizza and other entertainment. For more information on
the museum or the cave, visit www.Mo
NatSci.com. The funds from this fundraiser will go to the museum and to
aid continuation of the search for fossils within Riverbluff Cave. In addi
tion, donations will aid in partnering with area schools to offer education
al experiences to local students on Missouri's natural history and its frag
ile ecosystem.

Must receive entry form and payment by September 12, 2014
to be guaranteed a race t-shirt!!!

This is
a 5K Fun Run to Benefit Care to Learn Fordland Chapter. The goal for this f
undraiser is to be able to financially keep providing immediate funding and
action to meet any emergent health, hunger, or hygiene issue and restore a
child's self-respect so that they can get back in the classroom. The
5K itself will start at City Hall in the town of Fordland. A Communi
ty Care Day & Auto Show will take place in the Fordland City Park start
ing at 10:00 a.m.

Event Start Time: <
/strong>

8AM

Entry Fee:

Adult 5K - $20 (+ $3.50 Processing Fee if registering Online)<
/p>

Youth (K-12) - $10 (+ $3.50 Processing Fee if registering Online
)

Race Day Registration:

7
AM to 7:45AM

Adult 5K - $20; Youth (K-12) - $10 (t-shirt NOT guaranteed)

Shirts:

Registration must be received by September 5th to be guarant
eed a shirt in requested size.

The Run to feedONE 5
K and WALK is a one of a kind experience that is more about experiencing th
e culture of the world Convoy of Hope serves than it is about winning. This
event is for families and people of varying athletic ability. If you want
to walk, WALK. If you want to run, run with all your might. We want to incl
ude everyone.

What will I get for running to feedONE?

All Paid
Participants will receive a shirt, race bib, timing chip, and the satisfact
ion of knowing that you are helping to feed kids around the world! ALSO, st
ay after the run for a celebration, complete with FREE food, KidZone (with
bounce attractions).

Raise $120 and you will receive a special long s
leeve tech shirt telling everyone YOU helped to feedONE child in 2014.

Adult Registration: $25.00$25
Until 8/20. $30 Until 9/19. $35 on day of event

Youth Registration- (
Ages 8-17): $15.00$15 Until 8/20. $20 Until 9/19. $25 on day of event

Under 8: No FeesChild Registration UNDER 8 (FREE) For Full Par
ticipation (including shirt), register as Youth

Packet Pick Up & PreEvent Party:

Incrediable Pizza

Friday, September
19th from 3PM to 8PM

Awards:

Awards will be presented to Top Overall Male and Female Winners, top 3
of each age group by gender.Age groups: 0-9, 10-14, 15-29 20-24, 25-2
9, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60+ and Top Overall Masters Ma
le and Female.

Willar
d Orchard Hills Elementary invites you to participate in their fifth annual
5K Run on September 27, 2014. Our 5K is the most family friendly race in t
he area!Proceeds from this event will benefit Willard Orchard Hills E
lementary School and the Willard Children's Charitable Foundation. Entry fe
es for adults are $20.00 per participant and $25.00 the day of the race. Un
der 18 entry fee is $10 per participant and $15 on race day. Preschool age
(preschool – toddler) entry fee is $5 per child and $10 on race day.

We have a 5K race where students, runners, and their families can par
ticipate. For those interested in a shorter route, a one mile fun run will
also be available. And of course the highly anticipate .25 Toddler Run!

In order to ensure you receive a t-shirt, we need your entry form
and fee no later than Friday, September 12, 2014 at Willard Orchard Hills E
lementary. Entries can be dropped by WOHE or mailed to the school at 4595 W
. Farm Road 140, Springfield MO 65802. This year we will also be offering a
n on-line registration for your convenience. Visit actnowracing.com and the
n look for WOHE 5K. There will be a small service charge added to all on-li
ne registrations.Need additional copies? Make copies of this entry fo
rm or visit: www.oh.willardschools.netWe look forward to seeing you o
n race day!

• Race Timed by ActNow Racing• Child Care Pro
vided During 5K• High School Cheerleaders Cheering You Up the Hill• FREE!! Homemade Cinnamon Rolls, Monster Drinks, and Other Awesome Food

Throughout the month of September, BBBS staff will track t
he number of males that complete a volunteer interview. At the end of the m
onth, BBBS staff will then relay one mile for each. The goal is to recruit
30 men, and run 30 miles around Springfield on Friday, October 3rd. Followi
ng the staff relay will be a FREE 5K open to the public beginning at 5:30pm
at Nathanael Greene Park- 2400 S. Scenic. The first 100 Participants that
register will receive: a FREE shirt and entrance into Hy-Vee's Oktoberfest
(must be 21 & over to enter) at 6pm in their parking lot. Participants
will also receive a FREE hamburger, chips, and a drink at Oktoberfest.

T
his half marathon is in SE Kansas, only 20 minutes from Joplin, MO, with ac
cess to three states within a half hour. In the heart of the Four State Are
a, the We Run Kansas Half Marathon will take place in both the city and rur
al areas of the county seat of Cherokee County. The half marathon will take
place during Columbus Days weekend, which will include a 5k race on Saturd
ay, a hot air balloon glow, a parade, vendors, and balloon launches on both
Saturday and Sunday mornings.

Event details and scheduleThe We
Run Kansas Half Marathon will take place during the Columbus Days festival
weekend in Columbus, KS. The race will begin at 6:30AM on Sunday, October
12th,2014. There will be chip timing and finisher medals for all runners wh
o complete the course. Awards will be given to the overall 1st, 2nd, and 3r
d place finishers as well as for 1st place male and female winners in each
age group. This half marathon is sure to attract runners from beginner to i
ntermediate to advanced. The race will begin at the Cherokee County Courtho
use, run through portions of the business district, and then through beauti
ful rural countryside. The final two miles of the race will be run through
the business areas, and will end at the city park. Hydration stations will
be provided at miles 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, and the finish line. The course has an
excellent mix of flat areas and gradual hills, with one highway overpass.
A short portion of the course changes from asphalt to off-road gravel, then
back to asphalt for the remainder of the course. Walkers and strollers are
welcome. Bring your family and enjoy the day!

Benefiting: All proceeds
benefit the XLT Scholarship Fund. XLT is an Accredited before and af
ter school program that provides a safe, caring, and nurturing environment
for youth during non-school hours by expanding and enriching the opportunit
ies for learning, social development and recreation.

This fantastic event will be benefiting our local Make a Wish Chapter. &nbs
p;That means all the money will stay in this area (Southwest Missouri) to h
elp families in our region! For more information on this wonderful organiza
tion check out their website at Make a W
ish Foundation.

Event Start Time:

5K - 9AM

Fun Run - 9:15AM

Entry Fee:

5K Registration until 10/8/14 - $30; Race Da
y $35

1 Mile Fun Run - $10 (fun run isn't timed & does not includ
e a t-shirt. You may purchase a shirt for $10. Deadline is 10/8/14)
p>

Packet Pick Up/Race Day Registration:<
/td>

Friday, October 24th from 3PM to 8PM at United Healthcare, 1930
W. Bennett Street, Springfield.

Saturday, October 25th from 7:30AM to
8:45AM at Rountree Elementary School.

Parking
:

Parking will be available at University Heights Churc
h on the corner of Grand & National.

Dress in costume for this nighttime
run and be sure to be there by 5:30p.m. for some awesome pre-race entertain
ment!

Race Start TimesThe 1 Mile Fun Run will start at 6:00p.m. The 5K & 10K
will begin at 6:30p.m.

Registratio
n Fee5K & 10K fee includes a TECHNICAL SHIRT guaranteed
in your size if registered by October 17th. We will order extra shirts, but
they will be given on a first come, first serve basis after this date. Fee
also includes music by professional DJ, glow bracelets for all participant
s, pre-race entertainment, and post-race snacks.

CostumesCostumes are highly encouraged at this
event! So, dress in your craziest, funnest costume and come join the fun f
or a chance to win a prize for best costume or dress in costume as a group
and earn a chance to win a prize for best group costume!

Packet Pick-upPacket pick-up will be S
aturday, October 25 from 4-6:30p.m. at the race start.

Course DescriptionThis course is a flat
and fast, out and back trail of hard-packed crushed rock. The entire course
will be lit with luminary bags to guide the way.

AwardsAge category awards will be given for divisions
12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+Awards will be give
n for best individual costume as well as best group costume.Medals and spec
ial goody bags will be given to each child 12 and under who participates in
the 1 Mile Fun Run.

1 Mile Fun Run
Fun Run participants under the age of 12 will receive a cand
y goodie bag and finisher's medal upon completion of the race. All Fun Run
participants will enjoy post-race snacks and festivities.

Facilities: Restrooms will be availab
le at the start.

Hydration and Fuel
: Water and electrolyte stations will be located approximately eve
ry 1.5 miles.

God's Resort is a not-for-profit organizatio
n started seven years ago under the prayer and support of many members of C
ollege Heights and other churches around the area. An area in town that was
once referred to as "the Last Resort" has become "God's Resort." We seek t
o provide affordable, dignified places to live, as well as surround residents w
ith healthy relationships and spiritual guidance. For many residents,
God's Resort is a place for new beginnings. We also reach beyond the 23 Apa
rtments to the wider neighborhood. Sunday night fellowships are held which
include a meal provided by small groups from area churches. At these gather
ings we have had as many as 80 people show up from around the neighborhood!

Your prayer and support is neede
d. This 5K Run will benefit this great ministry. God continues to change Go
d's Resort and being a part of this ministry can be life changing!

Join us f
or the 4th Annual St. Joseph the Worker 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run, Saturday,
November 8, 2014. All proceeds will go to support St. Anne's Guild in
their mission to provide faith building activities for the children of the
community.

H.O.P.E (Helping Overcome Pediatric Emergencies) Foundation is a local n
on-profit organization which provides financial and emotional support to fa
milies whose children are battling pediatric emergencies. Through fundraise
rs and the generous donations of our supporters we are provide financial assistance to families in 22
counties in southwest Missouri.

Mission: Each d
ay a child is diagnosed with a severe illness, sustains a debilitating inju
ry, and a family loses the battle with an illness. With these emergencies c
ome unexpected expenses. Our mission is to assist financially in time
s of crisis, when other organizations and insurance companies don't.

Please join us for a fun run and help support those families affected by pe
diatric emergencies!

All proceeds are sent to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. The pu
rpose of Shelby's Run is to promote healthy activity while raising awarenes
s and support for patients and families who are given hope by the research,
care and services offered by St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. Th
e 1st Annual Shelby's Run was held in the fall of 2007, when a group of sta
ff from the Clever R-V School District came together looking for a way to s
how support for the family of Kathy Grover, Assistant Superintendent of Cle
ver Schools. Kathy's 3 year old granddaughter Shelby Grover had been diagno
sed with a brain tumor and was being treated at St. Jude's Children's Resea
rch Hospital in Memphis, TN.

The first race attracting 348 participan
ts and $10,124 was sent to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. The tot
als far exceeded the expectation of most but only shows the generosity and
support of the Clever community and surrounding area.

Although Sh
elby lost her brave battle with cancer in October of 2007, just weeks after
her third birthday and a month before the 1st Annual Shelby's Run, her spi
rit lives on in the annual event where hundreds of people gather for one co
mmon goal, to stand up against cancer and support research and hospital car
e for patients.

Shelby's Run #8 - Saturday, November 22, 2014

Event Start Time: 9AM

Registration Fees: 1 Mile - $15; 5K - $20;
10K - $25

Race Day Registration & Packet Pick Up will be he
ld from 8AM to 8:45AM

Join us for the 3rd Annual Branson Turkey Trot 5K Walk & Run to kick
off your Thanksgiving Holiday!!

The course will a
gain be at the scenic (AND FLAT) Branson Landing.

NEW IN 2014

Family Rates - Mom, Dad and any kids living at home for one flat price!

Branson Gobbler Cup Team Challenge - get a team of 5 or more
and compete to see who will take home the Branson Gobbler Cup. Teams
competing in the Gobbler Cup averge their time to get the team time! &nbsp
;For every 5 team members you have you get to deduct 1 minute from your ave
rage time AND the winner of the Branson Gobbler Cup gets to decide what loc
al charity benefits from the 2015 Branson Turkey Trot!

Register by November 15th to be guaranteed a shir
t in the size you want!

Early Bird Registration (Now Through November
16th)

Adults - $20 Children (12 & Under) - $10 &nb
sp; Family Rate - $50

Regular Registration - November 17th - N
ovember 27th

Adults - $25 Children (12 & Under) - $
15 Family Rate - $60

Packet Pick Up will be held Wednes
day, November 26, from 10 AM to 6 PM at Dazzee Integrations, 118 State Dr.
Hollister, MO. When you pull into the drive you will go around to the
back of the building to the lower floor.

Race Day Registration &
Packet Pick Up will be held from 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM

Welcome to the 3rd annua
l Joplin Turkey Trot 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run! We invite you to bring the whol
e family Thanksgiving morning to burn off some calories before the big meal
!

Event details and schedule

5K Race Start
Time: 8:00 a.m.

1 Mile Fun Run Start Time: 8:05 a.m.

R
egistration FeeIncludes a TECHNICAL SHIRT guaranteed in your
size if registered by November 14th. We will order extra shirts, but they
will be given on a first come, first serve basis after this date. Fee also
includes chip timing, music by professional DJ, and post-race snacks.

Packet Pick-upPacket pick-up will be Wednesday, Nov
ember 26 from 12:00p.m. to 6:00p.m. at The Run Around @ 422 S. Main Street,
Joplin, MO 64804.Race Day Packet Pick-Up will be available from 6:30a.m. t
o 7:55a.m. at the race start line.

Course DescriptionThis course is an out and back, flat course on pavement.

Chip TimingAll 5K registrants will be chip timed.

<
strong>AwardsAge category awards will be given for divisions
12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+.Medals will be gi
ven to each child 12 and under who participates in the 1 Mile Fun Run.

<
p>Race Day RegistrationRace day registration will be
available near the start line beginning at 6:30a.m.

Faciliti
es: Restrooms will be available at the start.

Hydrat
ion and Fuel: Water and electrolyte stations will be located at mi
le marker 1.5. Refreshments will be available at the finish line.

RACE FEES:

5K Pre-Registration: (By 9:00 p.m. on December 4)
$20.00; $10.00 with the donation of an unwrapped children’s gift
.5K Race Day Registration: (On December 5
) $25.00; $12.00 with the donation of an unwrapped children’s gif
t.

Must Register by NOVEMBER 14 for Guaranteed Event
Shirt.

*All gifts will be donated to People Helping People in Re
public, assisting them in their effort to provide Christmas toys to chilren
in the Republic Community.

RACE INFORMATION:

The Reindeer Run 5K will be held at JR Martin Park (300 E. Hines,
Republic).

Race Packets can be picked up at the Republic
Community Center (711 E. Miller Road) on Dec. 4th from 5-8 p.m. or&nbs
p;Dec. 5th from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Remaining packets will be available fo
r pick up at JR Martin Park before the race from 5:30-6:30 p.m. R
ace day registrations will also be taken during this time.

Packet Pickup/Race Day Registration: Packet Pick Up will be held Friday, December 26th from 12PM to 7PM at Ultr
aMax Sports, 1254 E Republic Rd, Springfield, MO 65804. Race Day Registrat
ion/Packet Pick Up will be held Saturday, December 27th before the start of
event from 7:30AM to 9AM.

Parking: Parking: Ample free university parking can be found imm
ediately SW of National and Grand for both packet pickup and the race. You
may park at parking meters, no charge, on the weekend.Course: Flat & ve
ry fast! This course is a certified 3.275 mi loop so that the marathon is e
xactly 8 loops and the half marathon is exactly 4 loops. Very clear directi
onal arrows will be posted along the course. USATF Certified Cours
e, Boston Qualifier Course, and NYC Qualifier Course!

Shirts: Each participant gets a gender specific technical t-shir
t . Register before Dec. 10th, to get the size you ordered .Those registeri
ng AFTER Dec. 10th shirts will be first come first serve.. REGISTER BEFORE
DEC. 10th TO ENSURE YOUR SHIRT IS WAITING FOR YOU!

Awards: Awards to first Overall and Masters (40+), mal
es and females in half marathon & marathon events. Awards to top three
in ten year age groups in half marathon & marathon events. Awards to to
p 3 all male relay teams, top 3 all female relay teams, and top 3 coed rela
y teams. Awards to top 3 males and top 3 females in 6 hour endurance event.

Course: Flat & very fast! This course is a cert
ified 3.275 mi loop so that the marathon is exactly 8 loops and the half ma
rathon is exactly 4 loops. Very clear directional arrows will be posted alo
ng the course. All race distances are certified: Run for the Ranch Course

Aid Stations: Power drink, water, gels and toilets every 1.5 miles
.

Food & Fun: Free food and drinks for all finis
hers.

Weather: The average temperature at the race s
tart is 42 degrees.

Age Restrictions: To run the mar
athon you must be 18 or over on race day, half marathon must be 16 or over
on race day. No exceptions!

Skunk- A cat-size
d mammal with a prominent long-haired tail. The fur is black, usually with
a white stripe running down the head and dividing to become two stripes on
each side of the body. Often smelled before they are seen, skunks produce a
n obnoxious scent upon provocation. This disagreeable musk is secreted by g
lands at the base of the tail and can be aimed and sprayed at will. Prior t
o spraying, skunks usually warn intruders by stamping their feet and holdin
g the tail high in the air.

Id
iots- Runners of many different shapes and sizes. They are
usually dressed in all manners of brightly colored clothing that allows the
m to be seen from long distances. Often heard before they are seen, Idiots
produce an obnoxious laughter when running. This sound can be deafening, an
noying and is highly contagious. There have been several reported incidents
of contamination throughout some of the more traditional and rigid running
clubs. Prior to laughing, Idiots will warn those around them by starting t
heir Garmins.

Idiots Running Club Skunk Run

The biggest non-event in all of runn
ing.

How it all started......

Once
upon a time there were two Idiots who liked to run. Roads and trails. Summ
er and winter. Rain, heat or snow. Through creeks and mud. Up big hills and
down the other side. These two Idiots never knew how far they would run. I
f one said "at least 10" then they would run 15. If one said, "I must be ho
me by 8" then they would finish their run no earlier than 9:30. This carefr
ee attitude about training was not accepted by the mainstream running commu
nity, but it worked for the two Idiots.

One day the Idiots were finis
hing up a 12-turned-into-15-turned-into-20 mile run when they happened upon
a skunk. They both stopped, pausing their Garmins of course, and pondered
what to do. The skunk was taking its time crossing the gravel road, and the
two Idiots were less than a mile from the finish. As the skunk eased over
to the ditch, one of the Idiots started slowly running. The other, being an
Idiot as well, followed closely behind. As the first Idiot passed the skun
k he had a sudden urge to LOUDLY YELL in an effort to scare it into sprayin
g the second Idiot. It was a mo' awesome run.

So..... The
idea of an IRC Skunk Run was born.... The rules are simple.<
/p>

Run as much, or as little, as you want to in 8 hours. You can run 1 m
ile, take a nap, eat some food and then go run another. Or don't. Your choi
ce.Keep track of your distance. Be honest. For *most* miles.... Garmi
n data will be your proof.Smile, laugh and act the fool in general. I
f possible.... get another runner sprayed by a skunk. *Not required*N
o whining.The "official" location of the Skunk Run will be in the Caney Mountain Wildlife Refuge in Ozark County, Missouri on Mar
ch 14, 2015, starting at 7:14 a.m. and ending at 3:14 p.m.

All partic
ipants will receive a super cool IRC Skunk Run "medal"and long-sleeve tech
shirt. MUST REGISTER by Febuary 24, 2015 to be guaranteed
a shirt. Prizes will be awarded for most overall miles, least overall miles
, most awesome injury/best blood and whatever Idiotic actions we deem appro
priate. If anybody actually gets sprayed by a skunk, we will end the run, a
nd that person will be granted the title of Skunk Master.

Running is
FREE and open to anybody. If you want a long sleeve tech shirt, ceramic par
ticipation "medal" (crafted by
children in our sweatshop purchased from the high school art club),
food and directions to the restroom then the cost is $46.72 (The restroom
is located at the campground. If you can't find it then you are lost.)

<
p>This is NOT a race/official event. It is an IRC group run. If you fall do
wn and get a boo-boo or get attacked by Bigfoot – it is not our problem. It
is Skunk Run also a trail run. This means. no whining, complaining, crying
about anything. This includes the food that may or may not suck, the condi
tions of the trail that may or may not be muddy, the organization that will
probably suck, or the fact that instead of port-a-potties along the trail
there will be many, many trees to choose from.

There are many options
/loops to run with something for all levels of runners. Food and refreshmen
ts will be provided at the start/finish area of each loop. This will probab
ly be the only "aid station" type area so prepare accordingly. Children are
welcome, and we encourage you to bring them along. The Skunk Run is a very
family-friendly non-event and kids love to explore while you run the trail
s. (Yes... there are usually more than a few adults willing to supervise.)
If you want a "medal" and long-sleeve T-shirt (not tech) for the kids, the
cost is $25. Or if kids want a medal only, it's $15.

There will
also be a virtual/satellite Skunk Run option again this year. Run on your
own roads/trails between 7:14 a.m. and 3:14 p.m. on March 14. Same rules ap
ply. You will not be eligible for the super cool prizes (maybe we'll send y
ou an IRC sticker or beer mug if you break a bone or need stitches) but you
can still get an IRC Skunk Run participation "medal" and shirt for $36.72
or $25 for the youth T-shirt and medal. (U.S. shipping included). Take pics
and video to share.

No plans this Saturday? We're taking a group out to the Soggy Bott
om Preview 5K course on Saturday, March 21st at 8AM to run the trails. &nbs
p;This will be a training run only - NON TIMED & NO ENTRY FEE.

We do request that you fill out the belo
w registration so you can sign the Waiver and we'll be providing refreshmen
ts so we'll need to know how many to expect.

If you miss the 8am meet up, t
he address to Soggy Bottom is listed below. You stay on the road Spar
ta High School is located on, go past the high school for about 10ish miles
(that is just a guess) and you'll see a sign for Bohmont (right hand side)
, turn there and it's on that road..you drive maybe a mile (again, just a g
uess!).

I don't think we have cell phone reception out there, b
ut you can always try 417-818-5217 (CJ's cell).

Packet Pick-Up: The Run A
round on Friday, March 27th, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

Race Day Regist
ration will be available from 7:00 AM to 7:45 AM. (Note: the race day fee i
ncreases to $35 for the 5K. The 1 Mile Fun Run fee is fixed at $15).

Evening costume 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run event on a flat out and back course
on pavement. Choose between a superhero or villain and be prepared for lot
s of fun and surprises on the downtown Joplin race course! There will be a
professional DJ and race photographer as well. Also, stay after and enjoy a
post-race atmosphere like you've never experienced before as superheroes a
nd villains descend upon the local restaurants and bars for a night of fun
with friends and family! There will be awards for best female, male, and ch
ild under 12 costume.

Age category awards will be awarded for the fol
lowing age categories: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

Make sure to secure a race shirt in your size by registering by Marc
h 20. Extra race shirts will ordered, but sizes will come on a first come,
first serve basis after this date!

Join us on Saturday, March 28th at the beautiful Empire Park Trail for a
5K race to benefit the newly formed Kirbyville R-VI School
Foundation as it seeks to provide support to Kirbyville Schools for the enr
ichment of rural education opportunities by fundraising and charitable givi
ng by the community, friends, alumni, businesses and organizations.
p>

AWESOME SWAG: Registration includes a technical shirt
(guaranteed on race day for pre-registrants). The first
150 registrants will receive a drawstring back sack filled with goodies fro
m our sponsors!

Shirts: All participants are guaranteed a shirt if re
gistered by the deadline of 3/16/15. Additional shirts will be ordere
d and given on a first come, first served basis.

Additi
onal Information: There will be a remote adoption with animal
s from Second Chance Pet Rescue of Grand Lake. Local pet businesses w
ill have booths with products and goodies. Also, there will be "Pictures with Your Pooch" for a small donation.

Event Information: Campbell United Methodist Church is
hosting our 1st Run for the Son. The 5k will start at 9:00
a.m. with the one mile fun run/walk starting shortly thereafter. The races
are preceding our children's Easter event that will take place at 10:00 a.
m. at the back field of Campbell UMC. Proceeds from the run will go to support Ca
mpbell UMC's Imagine Campaign. Each paid participate will receive a race sh
irt.

Awards: 1 mile run/walk - Medals will be given
to the top male and female 19 and under and top male and female 20+.<
span style="text-decoration: underline;">5k run/walk - Medals will b
e given to the top male and female overall and male and female master's. Me
dals will also be given to the top 3 in each age group: 15 and under, 16-19
, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 & 60+

Location: The
race will start across the street from Campbell UMC and travel through the
Ravenwood housing area. Thank you to First Cumberland Presbyterian Church
for working with CUMC to be able to provide a safe starting point for our r
ace.

Registration: For online registration go to www.ActNowRacing.com. You can
also drop off or mail registration forms to Campbell UMC (Run for the Son)
1747 E. Republic Road Springfield, MO 65804

Race Fee:5K early registration $20 or $25 the day of the event (y
ou must register by March 27th to be guaranteed a shirt)&nbsp
; 1 Mile ea
rly registration $15 or $20 the day of the event (you must register by Marc
h 27th to be guaranteed a shirt)

Make checks payable to Campbell UMC

Packet Pickup: Frida
y, April 3rd from 3:30 pm– 6pm at Campbell UMC & the morning of the rac
e starting at 8:00a.m.

Runners, joggers, walkers and families are all invited to the
12th Annual Mercy Me Run on Saturday, April 18th. This year's ev
ent features a 5K and 10K race.

Both events begin at 8:30 a.m. a
t Mercy Fitness Center. Parking will be available at the hospital sou
th lot near urgent care and the pharmacy.

T-shirts are guar
anteed for participants who register by March 31. Additional t-shirts
may be available for purchase on race day.

Who Benefits
?Proceeds will benefit Mercy Park. Mercy Park is conven
iently located on the campus of Mercy Hospital Lebanon and will includ
e a quarter-mile asphalt walking track, circuit stations, a pavilion&n
bsp;with picnic tables and a playground. Funds from the Mercy Me Run w
ill specifically assist in thepurchase of a circuit station for the p
ark. Mercy Park will be open to the community and promises to be a&nbs
p;place to enjoy the beauty of nature in a peaceful and serene environ
ment.

AwardsAn award ceremony will be held in
the south parking lot following the event. A trophy will be awarded to
the first place male/female finisher in both the 5K and 10K. Med
als will be awarded for the top three finishers in each gender and age
group.5K Age Groups: Stroller, 7 and under, 8-12, 13-16, 17-22, 23-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50 a
nd up10K Age Groups:
19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50 and up

Please Note:1. Each entrant M
UST complete and sign a separate registration form and event waiver.2. Additional forms may be downloaded at mercy.net/mercymerun3. We encourage you to go the extra mile! Extra monetary donations wi
ll gladly be accepted on registration and race days.

Auto's in April 5K &am
p; 1 Mile Walk hosted by Evangel Temple benefits Royal
Family Kids, who's mission is to "Create Life Changing Moments for
Children of Abuse". The car show kicks off at 10AM, followed by
5K & 1 Mile at 10:30AM.

12th Annual MayDay 5K &am
p; 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk is presented by Republic Parks & Recreation and
CoxHealth Fitness Center in Republic. This event is held the first Saturday
in May. The race starts and ends in front of the Republic Aquatic Center (
711 E. Miller Road) at 8am (1 Mile begins at 8:05am). Proceeds from the May
Day 5K are split between Republic Parks & Rec. and the CoxHealth Fitne
ss Center Scholarship Fund.

Packet pick-up: Thursday, May 7th, at
UltraMax Sports from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. and Friday, May 8th, at Marion
ville Elementary from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M.Registration and packet pick-u
p also available the morning of the race from 6:45-7:45 A.M.

Awards: $100 cash will be awarded to the overall male/female winne
r. White squirrel trophies will be awarded to the overall male/female
and overall masters male/female. Custom white squirrel medals will be
given to the top three finishers in each age group.

What: *1 mile Fun
Run and/or Walk across our beautiful Man-Made lake, created by damming the
Sac River in 1969

*Timed 5K and 10K races
on a course mixed with asphalt and packed limestone, crossing our very own
46 year old Dam & enjoying part of our multi-use trails that hug the sh
oreline. Timing chips will be affixed to the bibs and time will begin and e
nd once runner crosses start/finish lines.

*MEDALS!!! Top 3 finishers in each age division. Overall Male. Overall Fem
ale.

*FREE STUFF!!! Plenty of bottled wate
r & recovery snacks as well as a Dam t-shirt

Where: Stockton Lake Dam Entrance WEST. We are situated just 24 miles West of
Bolivar on Hwy 32

Why: Proceeds from the event will be evenly
distributed to Sertoma Inc., a charitable organization focused on improvin
g hearing health, and Stockton Lake Sertoma, a local Sertoma affiliate with
an interest in the youth & community advancement of the Stockton Lake
community.

This is a preview run featuring a 4 mile ti
med competitive race with group runs / open trail running to follow.
We believe we have found the most exciting trails in Southwest Missouri and
want to share them with all of you. This event is to showcase the tr
ails for many future events to come. Come out and race the 4 mile and
stay as long as you would like to experience ALL the
trails. The group run / open trail running is a closed event.
Only those who have participated or volunteered in the Soggy Bottom Preview
4 mile run are eligible We will have breakfast with p
lenty of refreshments and snacks for both the 4 mile run and the group runs
/ open trail running.

All participants wil
l receive a very nice OFFICIAL SOGGY BOTTOM RACE shirt.

Awards: To reward you for your a
ccomplishment, all award winners will receive a Plaque. Overall Male
& Female will receive a large PLAQUE. Top 3
in each Age Division (Male & Female) will receive a PLAQUE; 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & Over.&nbsp
;

<
p>This year’s race event features a 5K and a NEW One-Mile Kids’ Freedom Fun
Run. The Armed Forces 5K will begin and end at Joplin Family YMCA’s Downto
wn branch. People of all ages and fitness levels are welcome to walk or run
in this annual event.

Awards and refreshments following the race. Th
is event will be held rain or shine.

AWA
RDSAwards for the Fun Run will be given to the top three mal
e and female finishers.Awards for the 5K: Overall Male & Ov
erall Female will receive a Trophy; and Top three male and female finishers
in each of the following age categories will receive a Medal:12 and
under; 13 - 15; 16 - 19; 20 - 29; 30 - 39; 40 - 49; 50 - 59; 60+

For
more information, please call the Y at 417-781-YMCA.

*Please comp
lete a separate registration for each participant; Parents completing a reg
istration for a child should enter the child’s information.

Starry Night is the first of three races in the Starlit Running Company'
s Nighttime Summer Race Series. This evening run is on the Frisco Trail, wh
ich will be lit with luminary bags, and features a professional DJ, partici
pant shirts, age category awards, and post-race snacks. Participate in
all three events and receive a custom series medal! Note: runners may mix
and match between the 5K and 10K distances or run the same distance each ti
me to qualify for the medal.

*This is a non-timed running eve
nt. ActNow Promotions will be providing a finishline & clock only
.

For more than 100 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters has
operated under the belief that inherent in every child is the ability to s
ucceed and thrive in life. As the nation’s largest donor and volunteer supp
orted mentoring network, Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, monitor
ed matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and chil
dren (“Littles”), ages 6 through 18, in communities across the country. We
develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the
lives of young people. The Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks Mi
ssion is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, pro
fessionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for
the better, forever. The Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks Visio
n is that all children achieve success in life.

Miles for Men
tors is a month long recruitment campaign to recruit male volunteers. In th
e month of May, our goal is to recruit 30 men to enroll in our programs. &n
bsp;To celebrate our recruitment success, we are hosting a 5K and
Beer Tasting at Hy-Vee on Saturday, June 13 from 3pm to 7pm. The 5K begins
and ends at Hy-Vee. Race registration includes BBBS swag, a race medal, and
free entry to the Beer Tasting with discounted food prices.

REGISTRA
TION FEES:

Early Registration: May 1 to May 10 = $5.Regular Reg
istration: May 11 to May 31 = $10

First 100 registrants w
ill receive a 3" Miles for Mentors Bottle Opener Finishers Medal!! Pl
us other BBBS Swag and a free entry to the Beer Tasting & discounted fo
od prices.

All proceeds from the race will go toward funding the continued
trail project.

The first phase of the trail—a one mile asphalt secti
on within the boundaries of White Park---is complete! We have recently rece
ived another substantial grant so we will begin on Phase 2 of the project t
he summer of 2016. This phase will branch off of the existing trail in Whit
e Park, continuing west along the drainage ditch, with an underpass to cros
s Carnation St. and finishing by connecting to Pate Elementary School.

A Midsummer Night's 5K, 10K, & 1 Mile Fun Run is the second of three
races in the Starlit Running Company's Nighttime Summer Race Series. This
evening run is on the Frisco Trail, which will be lit with luminary bags, a
nd features a professional DJ, participant shirts, age category awards, and
post-race snacks.

Ozark Teen Challenge will host i
ts 1st Annual Home of Hope 5K Run/Walk on July 18th 2015. We invite you to
join the students and families of Ozarks Teen Challenge in the fight agains
t teen addiction as we Run for Hope!

Must register by July 6, 2015 to be gua
ranteed a t-shirt & participant bag.

PLENTY OF FAMILY FUN ACTIVITIES!

The Cause:

In July of 2014, several staff members and 9 students set out to accomplis
h a goal...complete the Bass Pro Half-Marathon. Their slogan: "One Team, On
e Dream, Finishers!" That first marathon team accomplished that goal with e
very member finishing in under 2 hours and 25 minutes.

In March, two
more teams will set out to conquer the Little Rock, Arkansas Half & Ful
l-Marathons, respectively. The students on these teams have learned the val
ue of hard work, dedication, and teamwork. They have learned that they can
accomplish more than they ever imagined and that relying on oth
er people to help you along the way is vital.

So why host a 5K? We wa
nt our students and their families to be able to join together with the lar
ger Ozarks community to support one another. To take a stand against addict
ion in our community and to support our current and future students who are
so desperately in need of encouragement. All funds raised during this run
will go towards building a Home of Hope dormitory capable of house 48 stude
nts (double our current capacity) and 6 additional on-site staff members! Y
our support can quite literally help to save lives and put Hope within reac
h of families battling teen addiction.

So join us as "One Team" with
"One Dream" and become "Finishers!"

Who We Are:

<
p>Ozarks Teen Challenge is a local non-profit, Christian rehabilitation cen
ter for teenage boys ages 11-17 who are struggling with addiction or other
life controlling issues. Every aspect of our 15-month program: the daily ro
utine, individualized academic & discipleship tracts, recreation therap
y, leadership training, & life skills projects are developed with inten
tionality, focusing upon each student's personal growth and development. We
are passionate about life transformation and restoring family relationship
s! To learn more about us go to: www.ozarksteenchallenge.com.

Donations can easily be made to Ozarks Teen Challenge. Click here
to make a DONATION!

Join us Saturday, August 1, 2015 for the 2nd annual INTEGRIS Foundation
5k and fun run. All proceeds will benefit the INTEGRIS Foundation Can
cer Fund. Thousands of dollars are donated to local citizens each
year who are battling cancer. Funds are used to help with medical exp
enses, fuel for travel to treatment, nutritional supplements, medical suppl
ies and other essential expenses.

PRE-REGISTRAION DEADLINE IS JULY 28TH

Race day registration will be held from 7AM to 7:45am

5K wil
l start at 8AM, then the 1 Mile Fun Run will begin at 8:10AM.

COURSE: The race will start and finish
at the Grove City Pool: 801 E 13th StREGISTRATION: $
20 -advanced registration before July 28th - FREE t-shirt; $25 -race d
ay registration– FREE t-shirt while supplies last; $5 -fun runAWARDS: Trophies for overall male/female will be given as we
ll as medals for top 3 runners in each division: 13/under, 14-19, 20-2
9, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+AMENITIES: After t
he race, stick around for food and a free swim at the city pool

Fun and Fitness for the whole family!!

There will be water balloons, water guns, etc. throughout
the course. Participants will also be able to use the city pool after the e
vent!

Blue Moon is the third race of three races in the Starlit Running Compan
y's Nighttime Summer Race Series. This evening run is on the Frisco Trail,
which will be lit with luminary bags, and features a professional DJ, parti
cipant shirts, age category awards, and post-race snacks.

Today, we run in honor of those who are not able to. We run
because we can.Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), als
o known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, is a progressive neurodegen-erative diseas
e that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Voluntary musc
le action is progressively affected when motor neuron cells die, and patien
ts in the later stages of the disease may become totally paralyzed. Y
et, through it all, most people's minds remain unaffected. Life expectancy
for most people with ALS is usually two to five years following diagnosis,
but with recent advances in research and improved medical care, many patien
ts are living longer, more productive lives. As many as 30,000 Americans ma
y be currently affected by ALS, and there is no known cause and no cure for
ALS.Haley's Hope was established in honor of a beloved daughter, sis
ter, and friend—Haley Stevens—who was diagnosed with ALS at the age of 16.
During her short battle, her family and friends knew that the only way to h
elp others afflicted with this awful disease was to start raising money to
help others afflicted with this disease.Today, you run—in
Haley's memory—to spread awareness and to raise money for a cure.

2015 HALEY'S HOPE HOT & HILLY 5K & 10K

DISTANCE: 5K (3.1 miles) and 10K (6.2 miles)DA
TE: August 15, 2015LOCATION: Start and fini
sh at the James River Power Plant, 5701 S. KissickDIRECT
IONS: Take Hwy 65, turn west at Evans Road exit, follow Evans
Road about 3 miles to power plant; or take Fremont south to the T (Br
iar St.), turn left and follow road to power plant.COURS
E DESCRIPTION: all on paved roads, this loop course is scenic
, but challenging, containing mostly hills.PARKING AREAS
: Park below the dam, along the main road, or in the Lake Spr
ingfield Recreational Area.RACE START: 7:30 a.m
. (rain or shine)BIB PICKUP & RACE-DAY REGISTRATION: August 14, 2015 at ATC 451 S. Union, Springfield, MO before
5:30pm or on race day August 15, 2015 at James River Power Plant
6:30a.m.—7:15a.m.ENTRY FEES: Register early for $25,
or register on race-day for $30. (Save $10 if you also run the ½
Marathon Haley's Hope Harder Than Hell at 7pm).REGISTRA
TION: Fill out the entire entry form and mail with payment (m
ake payable to Associated Theatrical Contractors; memo line: Hale
y's Hope) to ATC, 451 S. Union, Springfield, MO 65802DON
ATIONS: Donations are gladly accepted and will be given to th
e Haley's Hope Foundation in memory of Haley Stevens.SHI
RTS: Early registrants (by 08/13/15) will receive great shirt
s on race-day. Everyone else will receive their shirts one week later
by picking them up from ATC.AWARDS: Will be awa
rded to the overall male and overall female, overall masters, and to t
he top three in 10-year age groups for both races.POST-R
ACE CELEBRATION: Please join us after the races for lots of g
reat snacks and great music!

Today, we run in honor of those who are not able to. We run
because we can.Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), als
o known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, is a progressive neurodegen-erative diseas
e that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Voluntary musc
le action is progressively affected when motor neuron cells die, and patien
ts in the later stages of the disease may become totally paralyze
d. Yet, through it all, most people's minds remain unaffected. Life expecta
ncy for most people with ALS is usually two to five years following diagnos
is, but with recent advances in research and improved medical care, many pa
tients are living longer, more productive lives. As many as 30,000 American
s may be currently affected by ALS, and there is no known cause and no cure
for ALS.Haley's Hope was established in honor of a beloved daughter,
sister, and friend—Haley Stevens—who was diagnosed with ALS at the age of
16. During her short battle, her family and friends knew that the only way
to help others afflicted with this awful disease was to start raising money
to help others afflicted with this disease.Today, you ru
n—in Haley's memory—to spread awareness and to raise money for a cure.

2ND ANNUAL HARDER THAN HELL HALF MARATHON

DISTANCE: 13.1 Miles (21.1 Kilometers)DATE: August 15, 2015STAGING: Nixa High School,&nbsp
;514 S Nicholas Rd, Nixa, MOTRANSPORT GROUPS: You wi
ll be notified via E-mail of your Transportation Group. Group one leav
ing at 6:20pm to start line; Group two leaving at 6:40pm to start line.PARKING AREAS: The staging area will be at NIXA HIGH SCH
OOL with transportation provided to and from the start/finish lines.
NO Vehicles Will Be Allowed At Two Rivers Bike Park!!COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course holds a beautiful country
setting beginning at Two Rivers Bike Park. It winds along the countryside t
hrough Shelvin rock before finishing at the bridge on Big Bend . Rolling hi
lls and evening temperatures will make this a fun and challenging half mara
thon.Link to course: http://www.allstarparktop
ark.com/theRace/pointDetail/18RACE START: 7:00 p.m.
(rain or shine)BIB PICKUP & RACE-DAY REGISTRATION: August 14, 2015 at ATC 451 S. Union, Springfield, MO before 5:30pm
or on race day at 6pm at Nixa HS.ENTRY FEES: $ 65 (
or $55 if you also run the 5K/10K Haley's Hope Hot N Hilly at 7am). Run bot
h races and receive a special gift!REGISTRATION: Fil
l out the entire entry form and mail with payment (make payable to Associat
ed Theatrical Contractors; memo line: Haley's Hope—Harder Than Hell) to ATC
451 South Union, Springfield, MO 65802DONATIONS: Do
nations are gladly accepted and will be given to the Haley's Hope Foun
dation in memory of Haley Stevens.SHIRTS: Early regi
strants (by 08/13/15) will receive great shirts on race-day. Later registra
nts will receive their shirts one week later by picking them up from ATCAWARDS: Will be awarded to the overall, masters, and to
the top three in 10-year age groups.POST-RACE CELEBRATION:
strong> Please join us after the races for lots of great snacks and great m
usic!AID STATIONS: Hydration/Aid stations will be&nb
sp;provided every 2 miles. Personal water bottles are recommended to be car
ried!RECOMMENDATIONS: Lights, flashers, and ref
lective wear are highly recommended!

CALLING ALL OF SPRINGFIELD! It’s time to beat the heat
this summer by participating in an EPIC water adventure! Join us for the Ha
bitat Home Run and Springfield’s Largest Water Balloon Fight! The Habitat H
ome Run will feature water zones along the race route where volunteers will
help you cool down with water blasters, super soakers and other water toys
! When you finish the race, stick around for the after party and Springfiel
d’s Largest Water Balloon Fight!

Habitat Home Run/walk Pricing (inclu
des after party activities)

1 Mile- $15 pre-registration, $20 race da
y

5K- $25 pre- registration, $30 race day

10K- $30 pre-registra
tion, $35 race day

Kids 5 and under run free, donation appreciated

About the run: This is a timed event. For runners who wish not to be do
used by the water teams along the run, please ask for a special wristband.
The course will meander through neighborhoods.

After Party festivities start immediately after the run conclude
s9:30 a.m. Springfield’s Largest Water Balloon Fight

All Habita
t Home Run race registrations include an after party pass. Don’t want to ru
n? Friends and family who want to get wet without having to sweat can purch
ase a pass to the After Party & Springfield’s Largest Water Balloon Fig
ht which includes access to the after party festivities which includes live
music, blasting fire hoses, face painting, dancing, water slides, cold ref
reshments, an ice cream social station, inflatables, and of course, Springf
ield’s Largest Water Balloon Fight! Register before August 1 to receive an
event tech t-shirt and sunglasses!

SPRINGFIELD’S LARGEST WATER BALLOO
N FIGHT DETAILS:

The water balloon fight will be held in the Price Cu
tter Parking Lot at Republic and Kansas Expressway.

All participants
are encouraged to bring water blasters, super soakers, and other water toys
. **We ask that you please bring 25 pre-filled balloons to contribute to th
e water balloon fight!

RULES & INFORMATION:

WATCH THIS:

How do I get to participate?– At p
acket pick up you will get a wristband that designates you are a paid parti
cipant and are eligible to participate in the post run festivities.–
Everyone that wants to be a part of the water balloon fight should bring a
25+ water balloons in plastic bag (this will not be returned, trash bags wo
rk great). **REMEMBER, the water balloon fight is a free-for-all, once it b
egins the balloons are a community pool that everyone can use!

When y
ou arrive on race day there will be a designated “Water balloon check in ar
ea” where you will drop of your balloons.9:30am – Springfield’s Large
st Water Balloon Fight will begin. Announcements will be made for participa
nts to get ready for the event to begin.A whistle will signify the st
art of the Springfield’s Largest Water Balloon Fight! Please do not start b
efore the whistle blows.

THERE IS NO WHERE FOR YOU TO FILL UP WATER B
ALLOONS ON LOCATION!!!! PLEASE BRING BALLOONS ALREADY FILLED WITH WATER!

Rules and RegulationsNo water balloons may be thrown at a partici
pant’s head for safety reasons.Water balloons must stay in the design
ated area.Have Fun!

This is a Free Event held on an 8 mile loop course on the Stockton Lake
view trail. So actual distance will be 32 miles. With so many people runnin
g 50 Milers in September we wanted to have a large group run to finish off
and fine tune our long summer training. We will have the pavilion at the north end of the park. There will be two aid stations on the course. &n
bsp;Because the race is free and funds are limited these aid stations
will be set up close to park restrooms. (Not that close) but close eno
ugh that you will not be running extra mileage. We will have ice and water
for sure and we are working on an electrolyte drink. There will
be BBQ pulled pork, pot
ato salad, and baked beans at the finish. We would like everyo
ne if possible but not necessary, to bring a simple side ( chips, soda, des
ert). We will also hav
e 2 beers per runner (still working on flavor). There is campi
ng at Stockton lake state park about two miles from event site. This will b
e a cupless run. You will need your own water bottles or hydration gear. Ca
p will be 50 runners. If you have a spouse or family that would like to hel
p with aid station contact the race director at cthomasusps@hotmail.com. We
will need some help.

This i
s for fun, so don’t feel it’s necessary to run 50k. The Stockton Lake Park
Board said we have to keep runner numbers below 50. Please register on
line to secure your spot whether you are running 8,16,24,or the full a
mount.

*This event is not chip timed. We will go on good faith an
d use garmin/gps information to award our first place Female and first
place Male at the 50k distance. We will also have a little something for&n
bsp;runner that runs longer than everyone else at the 50k distance.

W
e will have a donation jar at the pavilion. This is not necessary either, b
ut anything collected will be giving to the Stockton State Park Trail
association for trail maintenance and growth. Stockton State park has
great camping! They have everything from traditional camping to full hooku
p camper sites to cabi
ns. This is all within a few miles of the 50k. http://mostateparks.com/park
/stockton-state-park showers houses are clean and well kept. They also have
a marina for renting boats if you want to make a weekend out of it.
p>

Join us Sunday, September 6th for a training run out at the Soggy Bottom
trails. Run starts at 6:30am, you can run as little or as much as yo
u want. We are still working on marking the trails, so it's a "run at
your own risk". This is a fun run, it's free, no shirts, chip timing
or aid stations, but we will have water at the finishline.

If
you haven't been out to the trails at Soggy Bottom, head east on Highway 1
4, it's about 10 miles past Sparta school. You'll see a couple signs
on the side of the road for Soggy Bottom MX and Bohmont Ranch. Once y
ou're on Bohmont Road, just keep driving and you'll park toward the back by
the pavilion (you'll see other cars).

Please fill ou
t the below registration so we know who's coming! *Once you get the b
lue pop up box that it's added to your shopping cart, that's all you have t
o do since a payment is not needed. Hope to see you there!

Awards will be prese
nted at the Fordland City Park immediately after the race finishes. Th
e top 3 finishers of each division of the 5K Run will receive an award. The
Kid Fun Run will have prizes for the top runner in each age group. Al
l Kid Fun Run participants will receive a medal for finishing.

<
strong>Registration:

In order to be guaranteed a t-shirt in
your requested size, we must receive your registration by September 5t
h, 2015.

5k Run/Walk will take place on Sunday, September 20, 2015 at 9:00am. On
site registration and check in (for those who do not pick up their packets
earlier) starts at 8:00am

PACKET PICK UP

You’ll be able to pickup yo
ur run packets on Friday, September 18th from 9am-7pm, and Saturday, Septem
ber 18th, 2015 from 9am-5pm, at location yet TBD.

ABOUT

St. Louis, Missouri is a home to roughly 50,000 individuals of Bo
snian heritage. The St. Louis Bosnians and their families represent the Bos
nian diaspora that was formed as a byproduct of aggression on Bosnia and He
rzegovina, and consequent ethnic cleansing, and genocide that took place in
early 1990’s. Over the last 20+ years Bosnians made St. Louis their home a
nd integrated successfully into U.S. society by among the other things, giv
ing back to the community, contributing to the economy by creating their ow
n businesses and setting down roots in this city, and county. According to
the St. Louis City Mayor Francis Slay, the Bosnian community in St. Louis r
evitalized the entire South St. Louis City area better know as Bevo Mill. T
he first generation of Bosnians in the U.S. have invested everything to ens
ure that their children will have better opportunities and lives than they
did, by immigrating to an unfamiliar country, culture and language. Bosnian
families have passed on their strong work ethic to the next generation res
ulting in some of the most hard working, well educated students who have be
en accepted to world renowned universities throughout the nation.As a
token of our support and awareness of our Bosnian heritage, in 2014 we sta
rted a project under the name of Run 4 Bosnia, with the aim of helping hard
working students in Bosnia who are less fortunate and cannot fund their edu
cation as well as students in St. Louis who cannot cover the expensive cost
of education in America. We hope you will join us in the Run 4 Bosnia in a
n effort to collect funds for scholarships and help us support these studen
ts in their pursuit of higher education.

EDUCATION EXPO

Education Expo is a free and open-to-the-public event for Bosnian
and other high school , college students and their families. With help fro
m our sponsors and area school districts, the event will bring together and
empower students, their families and working adults with practical informa
tion to develop their future. This year education expo will include represe
ntatives from;

Location: Stock
ton Square at the junctions of Hwy 32 and 39Age Div.: Male and Female: 0-14,
15-24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-54, 55+.Awards: Top 2 finis
hers male/female in all divisions of 5K and 10K.Course: Flats and hills, straights and curves, city and back roads, this course
has it all. As with all road races, runners must be observant as the
course will not be closed to traffic.Registration: $
20 in advance of race (Must pre-register by Monday Sept. 21st to recei
ve a t-shirt); $25 morning of race (registration 6:30-7:15)

This fundraising event will be held at Hickory Hills Elementary
/Middle School back parking lot on Friday, October 2, 2015. This event
, open to individuals of all ages, will include a Family Fun Festival, comp
etitive 5k starting at 6pm, and a family friendly 1 Mile Walk/Run star
ting at 6:15pm. Family Fun Festival and gates will open at 4:30pm. Fo
od will be on grounds or picnics are welcome. Bring your lawn chairs and en
joy the fun! All proceeds from this event will benefit HHPTA and/or H
HPTSA.

The Convoy of Hope Lights Run 5k presented by Evangel
University is a premier 5k taking place on a closed course through the com
munity surrounding Evangel University! Runners, walkers & fun-seekers w
ill take off from our music filled Start / Finish / Village area located at
Evangel University. At dark there will be live music sending you off
and personal glow devices helping to light the way!

Register today and sign-up to fundraise for Convoy of Hope’s amazing pro
grams!

Join us Sunday, October 4th at 7am for our Soggy Bottom Training Kick-Of
f Run! This is a free event with a pancake breakfast at the finish! &
nbsp;We'll have two courses marked, the 4 Mil
er & 10 Miler. Stick around after the run to enjoy all you can ea
t pancakes and a discussion of future training runs!

Everyone
is welcome! Please register if you plan on attending so we know how many to
expect.

There will NOT be aid stations set up along the cour
ses. Please bring a water bottle or camel packs for hydration.
There are water facets along the course so you'll be able to refill you bot
tles if needed.

Join us Saturday, October 10th at Landreth Park in Joplin, MO for the Ar
c Trick or Trot 5K & 10K! Proceeds from this event benefit The Arc of t
he Ozarks Joplin Division. The Arc of the Ozarks was formed and incorporate
d as a not-for-profit organization in 1964 serving individuals with disabil
ities for 50 years.

The Arc's mission is to support individuals with
disabilities in directing their own lives as valued members of the communit
y. The Arc believes every person should have the opportunity to achieve the
highest level of independence. provides a wide array of services ranging f
rom residential, employment, community integration, education, day programm
ing and recreation services. The Arc of the Ozarks serves 700 individuals i
n 16 Southwest Missouri counties.

Celebrate Columbas Day on the Soggy Bottom Trails! Join us, Monday
, October 12th at 7am for our Soggy Bottom Training Run! Course route
is TBD. When you register, you have a couple options, 5 or less mile
s or 10 or more miles. After seeing who all is coming, I'll get a cou
ple courses set.

Everyone is welcome! Please register if you pl
an on attending so we know how many to expect.

There will NOT
be aid stations set up along the courses. Please bring a water bottl
e or camel packs for hydration. There are water facets along the cour
se so you'll be able to refill you bottles if needed.

Directions:The cross country course is directly across f
rom the softball field. Take the first school entrance and following that r
oad past the football field, until you come to a stop sign at a T. Turn lef
t at the stop sign and the course will be on your left.

Bus parking,
loading and unloading: In order to relive traffic around the course during
school dismissal, we have designated a new location for the buses to park,
load and unload. Continue on BB highway past all three entrances to the sch
ool. There will be a gravel road on your right immediately following the la
st entrance (there will be a sign). Take a right on the gravel road and fol
low the signs. There will be a field to park in adjacent to the course.

Medals will be awarded to top 10 in each division and first place team p
laques will also be awarded.

Team Beast Mode won the largest team award at the 3rd Annual Azalea Run
on September 12th! The largest team award is a private party held at Parlor
88, 1111 E. Republic Road in Springfield on Thursday, October 15th at 7
pm. The party includes dinner & a drink of choice.

B
east Mode team members that plan on attending, please register so we know h
ow many to expect.

This fantastic event will be benefiting our local Make a Wish Chapter. T
hat means all the money will stay in this area (Southwest Missouri) to help
families in our region!! For more information on this wonderful organizati
on check out their website at: www. http://mo
.wish.org/

Ready for a spooky, fun race? Twilight Thriller is Starlit Running Compa
ny’s Halloween themed 5K Run/Walk where participants are encouraged to dres
s in costume and run the beautiful, luminary-lit Frisco Greenway Trail at t
wilight. With pre-race entertainment, chip timing, glow bracelets, 4 c
ategories of costume awards, age category awards, music by a professional D
J, and post-race snacks including Starbucks coffee, hot chocolate, candy, c
ookies, and more, runners will enjoy a race atmosphere like no other.

October 24 – Twilight Thriller: 5K @ 6:30pm, and 1 Mile @ 6:00pm

Packet Pick-up:Packet pick-up will be held at the race
start on Race Day from 4p.m. to start of race.Course Descript
ion:Flat and fast out and back trail of hard-packed crushed
rock. The trail will be lit with luminary bags, but headlamps are welcome.<
br />Chip Timing:Chip timing provided for all regist
ered 5K.Race Shirts:5K and 1 Mile Run registra
nts registered by October 17th will be guaranteed a race shirt. After Octob
er 17th, shirts will be given on a first come, first serve basis.Post-Race Goodies:Runners will enjoy Starbucks coffee, h
ot chocolate, cookies, candy and other snacks provided by our sponsors.Awards:Costume awards will be awarded in the follo
wing categories: Best Male, Best Female, Best Couple, and Best Group. Prize
s will be awarded to the overall male and female in the 5K distance. Age ca
tegory awards will be given for the following age categories: 12 and under,
13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+DJ:Ther
e will be professional DJ playing music and keeping runners informed during
the event.Race Day Registration:Race day regi
stration will be available at the race start from 4:00p.m. to race start. T
he registration fee will increase on race day by $5 for the 5K. The 1 Mile
Fun Run will remain fixed at $15.1 Mile Fun Run:Fun Run participants under the age of 12 will receive a finisher's medal.
All Fun Run participants will enjoy post-race snacks and festivities.Virtual 5K Option Available!Runners who can't atten
d race night can sign up for the Virtual 5K. Virtual runners are not eligib
le for overall or age category awards. Virtual runner directions:Run
your virtual race distance anytime during the month of October.On or
after race day (October 24th), post your time result on either the Twilight
Thriller Event page or on your My Activities dashboard on LocalRaces.com.<
br />Our staff will then mail virtual runners their race shirt.

Willard Orchard Hills Elementary in
vites you to participate in their sixth annual 5K Run on October 31, 2015.
Our 5K is the most family friendly race in the area! Feel free to dress up
in a costume on race day for a little extra added fun!We have a 5K op
en route race where students, runners, and their families can participate.
For those interested in a shorter route, a one mile open route fun run will
also be available. Don’t forget the highly anticipate .25 Toddler Run!Proceeds from this event will benefit Willard Orchard Hills Elementary Sc
hool and the Care To Learn Foundation. Entry fees for adults are $20.00 per
participant and $25.00 the day of the race. Under 18 entry fee is $10 per
participant and $15 on race day. Preschool age (preschool – toddler) entry
fee is $5 per child and $10 on race day.In order to ensure you receiv
e a race t-shirt, your entry form and fee need to be submitted no later tha
n Monday, October 12, 2015 at Willard Orchard Hills Elemen
tary. Unfortunately, t-shirts will not be guaranteed after this date. Entri
es can be dropped by WOHE or mailed to the school at 4595 W. Farm Road 140,
Springfield MO 65802. We also offer an on-line registration for your conve
nience. Visit actnowracing.com and then look for WOHE 5K. There will be a s
mall service charge added to all on-line registrations.

We look forward to seeing you on race day!• Race timed b
y ActNow Racing• A new open route down Farm Rd 140• Free child
care provided during 5K• Willard High School Cheerleaders cheering yo
u on

THIS TRAINING RUN HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THIS BEING THE
FIRST WEEKEND OF DEER SEASON FOR GUNS. Figured it's best not to have a lot
of runners out in the woods! I apoligize for the oversight..I need to learn
my deer seasons!

Join us S
unday, November 15th for a training run out at the Soggy Bottom trails. &nb
sp;Run starts at 7am, you can run as little or as much as you want. T
his is a fun run, it's free, no shirts, chip timing or aid stations, but we
will have water at the finishline.

If you haven't been out to the trails at Soggy Bottom, head east on High
way 14, it's about 10 miles past Sparta school. You'll see a couple s
igns on the side of the road for Soggy Bottom MX and Bohmont Ranch. O
nce you're on Bohmont Road, just keep driving and you'll park toward the ba
ck by the pavilion (you'll see other cars).

Please fill out the below registration so we know
who's coming! *Once you get the blue pop up box that it's added to yo
ur shopping cart, that's all you have to do since a payment is not needed.
Hope to see you there!

Join us for the 4th Annual Branson
Turkey Trot 5K Walk and Run to kick off your Thanksgiving holiday!

The course will again be at the scenic (and FLAT) Branson Landing.<
/p>

Family Rates: Mom, Dad and any kids living at home f
or one flat price!

Branson Gobbler Cup Team Challenge: Get a team of 5 or more and compete to see who will take home the B
ranson Cobbler Cup. Teams competing in the Gobbler Cup average their
time to get the team time! For every 5 team members you have you get to ded
uct 1 minute from your average time AND the winner of the Branson Gobbler C
up gets to decide what local charity benefits from the 2016 Branson Turkey
Trot.

Registration Fees:

Early Bird Re
gistration (through November 15th) -

Adults $20 &nbsp
; Children (12 & Under) $10 Family Rate $50

Regular Registration - November 16th - November 26th

Adults $25 Children
(12 & Under) $15 Family Rate $60

REGISTE
R BY NOVEMBER 15TH TO BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT IN THE SIZE YOU WANT!

<
p>We are very excited that this years charity organization to receive the p
roceeds from the Branson Turkey Trot is Taellors House with Project Hope -
http://www.pjhope.org/taellorshouse. Please take a few minutes to read on t
heir great works in the community.

Packet Pick up will be hel
d at MC Sports in Branson on Wednesday from 10am-6pm. They are located at 1017 Branson Hills Parkway, Bran
son MO, 65616

Day of registration and packet pick up will be
gin at 6:30am at Branson Landing in front of the fountains. However please
be aware that the morning of the Branson Turkey Trot is very hectic so if y
ou plan on waiting until that morning to register or to pick up your packet
– please show up early so you do not miss the start of the run.

Park
ing for the event will be offered at either end of Branson Landing as well
as in the parking garage(this is a paid parking lot however).

Christi
an Action Ministries will be at the start line of the race collecting canne
d and non-perishable food donations to support local families in need this
Thanksgiving. Please plan on bringing two canned food items to help support
their great work!!

Race time is set for 8am Thursday morning and we
will begin lining up approximately 15 minutes prior to that.

The race
route is the same as last year but anyone wanting to see the route or prin
t a copy – it can be viewed here - Course Map
a>

Join us Sunday, November 29th for a trainin
g run out at the Soggy Bottom trails. Run starts at 7am, you can run
as little or as much as you want. This is a fun run, it's free, no sh
irts, chip timing or aid stations, but we will have water at the finishline
.

If you haven't been out to the
trails at Soggy Bottom, head east on Highway 14, it's about 10 miles past S
parta school. You'll see a couple signs on the side of the road for S
oggy Bottom MX and Bohmont Ranch. Once you're on Bohmont Road, just k
eep driving and you'll park toward the back by the pavilion
(you'll see other cars).

Please fi
ll out the below registration so we know who's coming! *Once you get
the blue pop up box that it's added to your shopping cart, that's all you h
ave to do since a payment is not needed. Hope to see you there!

It's time to break out that ugly Christmas sweater hanging in the back o
f your closet and join us for the ugliest run of the year! Held in beautifu
l Downtown Joplin, participants will have the option of walking or running
a chip-timed 5K on a new certified race course OR test their stomachs' endu
rance on Joplin's first ever Eggnog Mile/Beer Mile. All runners/walkers wil
l enjoy an awesome race t-shirt, a professional DJ, age category awards, ug
liest sweater awards, post-race snacks, eggnog, and beer! So, bring the who
le family out for what's sure to be a hilariously, awesome time!

Satur
day, December 12The Ugly Sweater Kids Fun Run (.5 Mile) @ 8:30am5K Run/Walk @ 9:00amEggnog / Beer Mile @ 10:00amNote: You must
be 21 years of age to enter the eggnog or beer mile!

Packet Pick-up:
Packet pick-up will be held at The Run Around located at 422 South Ma
in in Joplin on December 11th from 3:00pm-6:00pm. Late packet pick-up and r
ace day registration will be available inside City Hall at 6th & Main f
rom 7:00am to race start.

Course Description:Mostly flat, out a
nd back, course on road.

Chip Timing:Chip timing provided for a
ll registered 5K runners.

Long sleeved t-shirt:5K and Eggnog/Be
er Mile registrants registered by December 5th will be guaranteed a long-sl
eeved race shirt. Kids Run participants will have the option of adding a ra
ce shirt for and additional $10 if desired. After December 5th, shirts will
be given on a first come, first serve basis.

Awards:Prizes will be awarded to the overall male and female
in the 5K distance. Age category awards will be given for the following age
categories: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

Egg
nog/Beer Mile prizes will be awarded to the overall male and overall female
winners as well as the top 3 male and top 3 female participants.

Pri
zes for top 3 best ugly sweaters.

*Prizes for overall male and female
winners in both the 5K and Eggnog/Beer Mile will include an ugly Christmas
sweater from our generous sponsor UglyChristmasSweater.com!

DJ:There will be professional DJ playing music and keeping runners informed d
uring the event.

Race Day Registration:Race day registration wi
ll be available inside City Hall from 7:00am-race start. The registration f
ee for the 5K and Eggnog Mile/Beer Mile will increase on race day by $5. Th
e Kids Fun Run will remain fixed at $5 (+$10 to add a race shirt).

How the Eggnog/Beer Mile
Works:Each Eggnog Miler/Beer Miler will run 4 laps on a closed course
on Main Street. Before each lap, participants will drink approximately 6oz
. of beer OR non-alcoholic eggnog. The first person to reach the 1 mile fin
ish line after drinking all 4 glasses of eggnog or beer will be declared th
e Eggnog/Beer Mile champion and will receive an award. As well, the top 3 m
ale and top 3 female winners will receive a special prize for the achieveme
nt.

Join us Sunday, December 13th for a trainin
g run out at the Soggy Bottom trails. Run starts at 8am, you can run
as little or as much as you want. This is a fun run, it's free, no sh
irts, chip timing or aid stations, but we will have water at the finishline
.

If you haven't been out to the
trails at Soggy Bottom, head east on Highway 14, it's about 10 miles past S
parta school. You'll see a couple signs on the side of the road for S
oggy Bottom MX and Bohmont Ranch. Once you're on Bohmont Road, just k
eep driving and you'll park toward the back by the pavilion
(you'll see other cars).

Please fi
ll out the below registration so we know who's coming! *Once you get
the blue pop up box that it's added to your shopping cart, that's all you h
ave to do since a payment is not needed. Hope to see you there!

Awards: Awards to
first Overall, Masters (40+) males and females in the half marathon and mar
athon. Awards to top three in ten-year age groups in both events. Mar
athon Relay awards will include Overall Male Team, Overall Female Team and
Overall Co-Ed Team.

Course: Flat & very fast! Th
is course is a certified 3.275 mi loop so that the marathon is exactly 8 lo
ops and the half marathon is exactly 4 loops. Very clear directional arrows
will be posted along the course. All race distances are certified.

Aid Stations: Power drink, water, Honey Stinger gels and toilets
every 1.5 miles

Food & Fun: Free food and drink
s for all finishers.

DOUBLE DOWN: Ozark Mounta
in Ridge Runners is very excited to announce that will offer a special Doub
le Down designation for runners who finish an event at FRISCO, April 25th, as wel
l as finish the half marathon, marathon, or 6 hour endurance event at Run F
or The Ranch in December. All Dou
ble Down finishers will receive a large fleece blanket with the Double Down
logo laser etched onto one side.

Join us Sunday, December 27th for a trainin
g run out at the Soggy Bottom trails. Run starts at 10am, you can run
as little or as much as you want. This is a fun run, it's free, no s
hirts, chip timing or aid stations, but we will have water at the finishlin
e.

If you haven't been out to the
trails at Soggy Bottom, head east on Highway 14, it's about 10 miles past
Sparta school. You'll see a couple signs on the side of the road for
Soggy Bottom MX and Bohmont Ranch. Once you're on Bohmont Road, just
keep driving and you'll park toward the back by the pavilion (you'll see other cars).

Please f
ill out the below registration so we know who's coming! *Once you get
the blue pop up box that it's added to your shopping cart, that's all you
have to do since a payment is not needed. Hope to see you there!

<
p>Please note that a $3.50 convenience fee will be added to all online regi
strations.

Race Day Registration: $35 (9:30AM to 11A
M) at the Joplin Family YMCA South branch

ONE-MILE KIDS' FROZ
EN FUN RUN

Registration: $15

Chil
d care will be available at no additional charge for race participants from
10:30AM to 12:30PM.

Complimentary photos of both the Chilly 5K
and the Kids' Frozen Fun Run will be available for download at ScoutFoto.co
m. Photos are searchable by bib number.

SCHEDULE

All events take place at Joplin Family YMCA South Branch

Packet Pi
ckup December 29th-30th from 5AM to 10PMRace Day Registration January
1st from 9:30AM to 11AMComplimentary Child Care January 1st from 10:
30AM to 12:30PMKids' Frozen Fun Run January 1st at 11AMChilly 5
K January 1st at 11:30AMAwards Presentation January 1st at 12:30PM

AWARDS

Awards for the Fun Run will be given to t
he top three male and female finishers.

Awards for the 5K will be giv
en to the top three male and female finishers in each of the following age
categories: 12 & Under, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 &a
mp; Over.

Join us Saturday, January 2nd for a trainin
g run out at the Soggy Bottom trails. Run starts at 8am, you can run
as little or as much as you want. This is a fun run, it's free, no sh
irts, chip timing or aid stations, but we will have water at the finishline
.

If you haven't been out to the
trails at Soggy Bottom, head east on Highway 14, it's about 10 miles past S
parta school. You'll see a couple signs on the side of the road for S
oggy Bottom MX and Bohmont Ranch. Once you're on Bohmont Road, just k
eep driving and you'll park toward the back by the pavilion
(you'll see other cars).

Please fi
ll out the below registration so we know who's coming! *Once you get
the blue pop up box that it's added to your shopping cart, that's all you h
ave to do since a payment is not needed. Hope to see you there!

Introducing a new winter race, the Cabin Fever Reliever 20K & Resolu
tion 5K. The 20K opens up the field to make and break state records i
n Missouri. The course is USTAF Certified in Rogersvill
e, MO and includes great scenery and a couple of rolling hills. This
is a perfect chance to test your endurance and compete for a state record a
nd automatic PR for any first-time 20K-ers.

Join us Saturday, January 23rd for a traini
ng run out at the Soggy Bottom trails. Run starts at 8am, you can run
as little or as much as you want. This is a fun run, it's free, no s
hirts, chip timing or aid stations, but we will have water at the finishlin
e.

If you haven't been out to the
trails at Soggy Bottom, head east on Highway 14, it's about 10 miles past
Sparta school. You'll see a couple signs on the side of the road for
Soggy Bottom MX and Bohmont Ranch. Once you're on Bohmont Road, just
keep driving and you'll park toward the back by the pavilion (you'll see other cars).

Please f
ill out the below registration so we know who's coming! *Once you get
the blue pop up box that it's added to your shopping cart, that's all you
have to do since a payment is not needed. Hope to see you there!

Join us Saturday, February 6th for a traini
ng run out at the Soggy Bottom trails. Run starts at 8am, you can run
as little or as much as you want. This is a fun run, it's free, no s
hirts, chip timing or aid stations, but we will have water at the finishlin
e.

If you haven't been out to the
trails at Soggy Bottom, head east on Highway 14, it's about 10 miles past
Sparta school. You'll see a couple signs on the side of the road for
Soggy Bottom MX and Bohmont Ranch. Once you're on Bohmont Road, just
keep driving and you'll park toward the back by the pavilion (you'll see other cars).

Please f
ill out the below registration so we know who's coming! *Once you get
the blue pop up box that it's added to your shopping cart, that's all you
have to do since a payment is not needed. Hope to see you there!

Join us for our
annual Polar Bear Run Saturday, February 13!Choose from either a 5K,
10K or 1 Mile Fun Run. The 1 Mile Fun Run starts at 8:45 am, and the race
starts at 9:00 am at Southwest Baptist University Student Union.
p>

Race packets will be available at Southwest Baptist University Student
Union on the day of the race.

Member Fees:FUN RUN - $10 pre-registration/$15 day of race5K: $25 pre-r
egistration/$30 day of race10K: $35 pre-registration/$40 day of race<
/p>

Non-Member Fees:FUN RUN - $15 pre-registration
/$20 day of race5K: $30 pre-registration/$35 day of race10K: $4
0 pre-registration/$45 day of race

The Soggy Bottom Running Weekend kicks
off Saturday, February 27, 2016 with the 100 Miler starting at 6am and all
events will be ending Sunday afternoon to early evening. We NEED your
help to make this a successful event! Volunteers are needed at aid s
tations all day Saturday, all through the night and on Sunday. If you
're able to help, it would be greatly appreciated. Sign ups are avail
able in 4 hour shifts. You can work one or as many as you'd like. &nb
sp;If you sign up and have to cancel later due to a scheduling conflict, pl
ease cancel your registration and shoot us an email.

This is an Ultra event like no other in t
he area. The course is on trails filled with hills, creek crossing an
d elevations are off the charts!! This event will be a challenge to all Ult
ra Runners. Detailed course information coming soon.

In conjuction with the Soggy Bottom Endurance Ultra will be holding a So
ggy Bottom Evening 4 Miler!! The 4 Miler will be Saturday, February 2
7, 2016 at 4PM. *We could possibly have a slight delay at the start o
f each race if 100 Milers are coming through. It shouldn't take more
than a couple minutes, so we'll cheer them on as they approach!

In conjuction with the Soggy Bottom Endurance Ultra will be holding a So
ggy Bottom Evening 10 Miler!! The 10 Miler will be Sunday, February 2
8, 2016 at 8AM. *We could possibly have a slight delay at the start o
f each race if 100 Milers are coming through. It shouldn't take more
than a couple minutes, so we'll cheer th
em on as they approach the finishline/final lap!

Skunk- A cat-size
d mammal with a prominent long-haired tail. The fur is black, usually with
a white stripe running down the head and dividing to become two stripes on
each side of the body. Often smelled before they are seen, skunks produce a
n obnoxious scent upon provocation. This disagreeable musk is secreted by g
lands at the base of the tail and can be aimed and sprayed at will. Prior t
o spraying, skunks usually warn intruders by stamping their feet and holdin
g the tail high in the air.

Id
iots- Runners of many different shapes and sizes. They are
usually dressed in all manners of brightly colored clothing that allows the
m to be seen from long distances. Often heard before they are seen, Idiots
produce an obnoxious laughter when running. This sound can be deafening, an
noying and is highly contagious. There have been several reported incidents
of contamination throughout some of the more traditional and rigid running
clubs. Prior to laughing, Idiots will warn those around them by starting t
heir Garmins.

Event Information: Campbell United Methodist Churc
h is hosting our 2nd annual Run for the Son. Both the 5k and the one mile r
un/walk will start at 9:00 a.m. across the street at First Cumberland Presb
yterian Church. The races are preceding our children’s Easter event that wi
ll take place at 10:00 a.m. at the back field of Campbell UMC. Proceeds fro
m the run will be to provide extra security cameras for our children’s mini
stries. Each paid participate will receive a race shirt if you signup befor
e March 13th. Receiving a shirt after March 13th will depend on the number
of shirts available.

Bring the family for a night o
f fun to help fund the Missouri Institute of Natural Science and Riverbluff
Cave! Run or walk the 5K and/or Fun Run and stick around for free tours of
the museum in addition to activities (some just fun, some educational!) fo
r the kids. Enjoy the museum grounds on this sure to be Spectacular S
ummers Eve! Complete with fossil dig for kids, pizza and other entert
ainment. For more information on the museum or the cave, visit <
a href="http://www.MoNatSci.com">www.MoNatSci.com. The funds from this
fundraiser will go to the museum and to aid continuation of the search for
fossils within Riverbluff Cave. In addition, donations will aid in partneri
ng with area schools to offer educational experiences to local students on
Missouri's natural history and its fragile ecosystem.

Join us on Saturday, April 2, 2016 at the beautiful Empire Park Trail fo
r a 5K race to benefit the newly formed Kirbyville R-VI School Foundation as it seeks to provide support to Kirbyville Schools for the
enrichment of rural education opportunities by fundraising and charitable g
iving by the community, friends, alumni, businesses and organizations.&nbsp
;

The Blues Society of the Ozarks (BSO) is a not-for-profit organization t
hat supports and encourages performance of blues music at multiple venues,
festivals and on the radio. The organization promotes Blues in the Schools
(BITS) and hosts the Greater Ozarks Blues Festival in the fall.

The p
roceeds from the BSO Blue Rooster 5K and 1 mile walk/run will benefit local
artists and BSO sponsored events. In 2015/16, the BSO sponsored and provid
ed resources for two local artists, Bobby G and Cory Swift, and the local b
and Tripwire, enabling them t
o compete in the International Blues Competition in Memphis, TN. The societ
y also raised money for a local artist’s family to help relieve the burden
of medical expenses.

The 5k will start at 9:00 a.m. with the one mile
run run/walk starting shortly thereafter. All participants registe
ring before April 1st will be guaranteed a BSO T-shirt!

The
event will be preceding our first BSO Picnic of the year that will take pla
ce in Tom Watkins Park, Springfield, MO. Come join us for great liv
e music!

OneSolePurpose exists for the purpos
e of restoring hope and God-given dignity by providing basic necessities, l
ike shoes, to those currently in need. We partner with individuals, churche
s, and businesses to provide new shoes to the nearly 6000 children in Sprin
gfield Public Schools Title I elementary programs.

The annual Fort Leonard Wood USMC Volkslauf is a 6 mile (10K) Mud / Fun
Run that offers competitive awards, food / drinks, and fun for the entire f
amily! All proceeds of this one day event support Fort Leonard Wood Marines
' Marine Corps birthday ball celebration which commemorates the birthday of
their 'Corps by calling to mind the glories of its long and illustrious hi
story. The mission of the Ft. Leonard Wood USMC Volkslauf Mud run is to pro
vide a fun and competitive event to the community which raises funds to sup
port Fort Leonard Wood Marines' Marine Corps birthday ball celebration. The
Marine Corps birthday ball celebration is held every November and commemor
ates the birthday of the 'Corps by calling to mind the glories of its long
and illustrious history.

7th Annual Lost & Found Grief Center 5K/Mile Walk, Thursday, May 26,
2016 7PM at Jordan Valley Park. Lost & Found Grief Center provide
s grief support services, at no charge, in a safe and supportive environmen
t for children, young adults, and their families grieving the death of
a loved one. For more information, go to lostandfoundozarks.com

What:
*1 mile Fun Run and/or Walk across our beautiful Man-Made lake, created by
damming the Sac River in 1969

*Timed 5K a
nd 10K races on a course mixed with asphalt and packed limestone, crossing
our very own 46 year old Dam & enjoying part of our multi-use trails th
at hug the shoreline. Timing chips will be affixed to the bibs and time wil
l begin and end once runner crosses start/finish lines.

*MEDALS!!! Top 3 finishers in each age division. Overall Male
. Overall Female.

*FREE STUFF!!! Plenty of
bottled water & recovery snacks as well as a Dam t-shirt

Why: Proceeds from
the event will be evenly distributed to Sertoma Inc., a charitable organiza
tion focused on improving hearing health, and Stockton Lake Sertoma, a loca
l Sertoma affiliate with an interest in the youth & community advanceme
nt of the Stockton Lake community.

Ten years ago, the Christian County Optimist Club began a triathlon for
the youth of Nixa as a way to keep kids active during the summer. Over that
time it has become a family event known well across Missouri and neighbori
ng states.

7th Annual Run for the Parks 5K hosted by the Aurora Trails Committee is
set for Saturday, June 18, 2016 at 7:30am. - - NEW LOCATION
- - WHITE PARK

All proceeds fro
m the race will go toward funding the continued trail project.

The first phase of the trail—a one mile asphalt sect
ion within the boundaries of White Park---is complete! We have recently rec
eived another substantial grant so we will begin on Phase 2 of the project
the summer of 2016. This phase will branch off of the existing trail in Whi
te Park, continuing west along the drainage ditch, with an underpass to cro
ss Carnation St. and finishing by connecting to Pate Elementary School.

5K benefitting the American Cancer Society Relay For Life. The Course be
gins at Jordan Valley Park and goes through historic downtown Springfield.
Register by May 1st to guarantee a Festival of Hope 5K t-shirt.

The Rat Race was started in honor of US Navy SEAL Tom Ratzlaff of Green
Forest, AR. This event remembers the 31 heroes lost on 8-6-2011 during Exto
rtion 17. Tommy graduated from Green Forest High School as a member o
f the Class of 1995. He entered the Navy in May 1995 and was shortly t
hereafter assigned to the USS KIDD. Tom completed his BUD/S training i
n 1998. He worked his way up in rank and eventually became a member of the
elite SEAL Team VI. Tommy was among 31 Americans killed in a Chinook h
elicopter crashed on August 6, 2011 in Afghanistan. Our race bene
fits the Ratzlaff Legacy Memorial Inc which is a IRC Section 501(c) (3) tax
deductible charity. We offer scholarships to 2 local schools. We also supp
ort Greif Counseling Programs at school for children who have lost parents,
veterans organizations and local youth activities.

The race
will start and end at Green Forest High School in Green Forest, Arkansas on
June 18th, 2016.

How would you like another chance to set a state record? or another auto
matic P.R.? In January, OMRR introduced the Cain Fever Reliever 20K a
nd many new state records were set. If you missed it, keep an eye out
for 2017 registration later this year!

Ozark Teen Challenge will host i
ts 2nd Annual Home of Hope 5K Run/Walk on July 16th 2016. We invite you to
join the students and families of Ozarks Teen Challenge in the fight agains
t teen addiction as we Run for Hope!

Online Registration will close at noon
on 7/15/16. Race Day Registration and Packet Pick Up: 6:30am to 7:45am<
/p>

Join us Saturday, July 23, 2016 for the Bentley Fund 5K at Jordan Valley
Community Health Center in Springfield, MO. Benefiting the under ser
ved by providing limited financial assistance for medical and dental servic
es.

U.S. 66, also known as Route 66, the Mother Road, the Main Street of Ame
rica, and the Will Rogers Highway, was officially named “U.S. 66,” via tele
gram at a meeting of highway officials in Springfield, Missouri on April 30
, 1926. Calvin Coolidge was President, Prohibition was still in full swing,
motion pictures were a year away from becoming “talkies,” and Henry Ford h
ad just lowered the price of the automobile. The stage was set for what wou
ld become not only the country’s first cross-country highway, but an enduri
ng piece of Americana that travelers from around the world still yearn to e
xperience.

In 1992, on the Mother Road’s 66th anniversary, the Route
66 Association of Missouri designated Springfield as the official Birthplac
e of Route 66 with a placard, now located on the east side of Park Central
Square.

Today, we run in honor of those who are not able to. We run
because we can.Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), als
o known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, is a progressive neurodegen-erative diseas
e that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Voluntary musc
le action is progressively affected when motor neuron cells die, and patien
ts in the later stages of the disease may become totally paralyzed. Yet, th
rough it all, most people's minds remain unaffected. Life expectancy for mo
st people with ALS is usually two to five years following diagnosis, but wi
th recent advances in research and improved medical care, many patients are
living longer, more productive lives. As many as 30,000 Americans may be c
urrently affected by ALS, and there is no known cause and no cure for ALS.<
br />Haley's Hope was established in honor of a beloved daughter, sister, a
nd friend—Haley Stevens—who was diagnosed with ALS at the age of 16. During
her short battle, her family and friends knew that the only way to help ot
hers afflicted with this awful disease was to start raising money to help o
thers afflicted with this disease.Today, you run—in Haley
's memory—to spread awareness and to raise money for a cure.<
/p>

Today, we run in honor of those who are not able to. We run
because we can.Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), als
o known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, is a progressive neurodegen-erative diseas
e that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Voluntary musc
le action is progressively affected when motor neuron cells die, and patien
ts in the later stages of the disease may become totally paralyzed. Yet, th
rough it all, most people's minds remain unaffected. Life expectancy for mo
st people with ALS is usually two to five years following diagnosis, but wi
th recent advances in research and improved medical care, many patients are
living longer, more productive lives. As many as 30,000 Americans may be c
urrently affected by ALS, and there is no known cause and no cure for ALS.<
br />Haley's Hope was established in honor of a beloved daughter, sister, a
nd friend—Haley Stevens—who was diagnosed with ALS at the age of 16. During
her short battle, her family and friends knew that the only way to help ot
hers afflicted with this awful disease was to start raising money to help o
thers afflicted with this disease.Today, you run—in Haley
's memory—to spread awareness and to raise money for a cure.<
/p>

Join us for the Habitat Home Run, a 5k, 10k, and One Mile Fun Run, and S
pringfield’s Largest water Balloon Fight! The Habitat Home Run will feature
water zones along the race route where volunteers will help you cool down
with water blasters, super soakers, and other water toys! When you finish t
he race, stick around for the after party and Springfield’s Largest Water B
alloon Fight! #AreYouReadySpringfield

Together Forever: A Skyler Sanders Family Foundation is a non-profit org
anization 501(c) (3) that was created in memory and honor of Skyler Sanders
. The goal of Together Forever is to create opportunities for young familie
s that are given the life shattering news that their child or themselves as
a young parent has cancer to make memories that last a lifetime. Together
Forever’s purpose is to select qualified young families and provide them wi
th an all-expense-paid vacation to the Branson Tri-Lakes area to give them
a break from their normal lives of treatments, hospital and doctor visits.
For information about Together Forever: A Skyler Sanders Family Foundation,
visit www.togetherforeversk
yler.org.

NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest g
rassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for
the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. What started as a sm
all group of families gathered around a kitchen table in 1979 has b
lossomed into the nation's leading voice on mental health. Today, we are an
association of hundreds of local affiliates, state organizations and volun
teers who work in your community to raise awareness and provide support and
education that was not previously available to those in need.

What We Do

W
e educate. Offered in thousands of communities across America thro
ugh our NAMI State Organizations and NAMI Affiliates, our education program
s ensure hundreds of thousands of families, individuals and educators get t
he support and information they need. We advocate. NAMI sh
apes the national public policy landscape for people with mental illness an
d their families and provides grassroots volunteer leaders with the tools,
resources and skills necessary to save mental health in all states. We listen. Our toll-free NAMI HelpLine allows us to respond perso
nally to hundreds of thousands of requests each year, providing free referr
al, information and support—a much-needed lifeline for many. We lea
d. Public awareness events and activities, including Mental Illnes
s Awareness Week (MIAW), NAMIWalks and other efforts, successfully combat s
tigma and encourage understanding. NAMI works with reporters on a daily bas
is to make sure our country understands how important mental health is.

Join us Saturday, September 24, 2016 for the Ozark Technical Community C
ollege Fall Trail 5 Miler at the Lebanon Center! Proceeds from this e
vent benefit the OTC Foundation, which provides scholarships and assistance
to current OTC students.

The 4th Annual 5K Color Run is hoste
d by the Willard Intermediate Running Club. Proceeds from this event
benefit the Willard Children's Charitable Foundation and the Mercy Bur
n Unit (in honor of a former WIS student, Josh Thompson).

Join us Saturday, October 22, 2016 at Ozark Finley River Park for the Oz
ark Rotary Club's Trick or Trot 5K!

The main objective of Rotary is s
ervice — in the community, in the workplace, and throughout the world. Rota
rian's develop community service projects that address many of today's most
critical issues, such as children at risk, poverty and hunger, the environ
ment, illiteracy, and violence.

Ruck ‘N’ Run brings Veterans and Civilians together in a fun, motivating
, yet challenging event to honor those who serve(d) in the U.S. Military wh
ile raising awareness and benefiting Veteran organizations.

Las
t year’s event brought in $3,000 for Camp Hope and 930 lbs of food to a loc
al homeless Veterans organization! We want to double that amount this year!

Canned goods are placed in rucksacks to donate to a local homeless V
eterans organization. Fifty percent of all registrations will be donated to
Camp Hope.

The Summit Pr
eparatory School will be hosting our 10th annual Run for The Summit on Satu
rday December 3, 2016. This year we are hosting an Ugly Sweater 5K and
1 Mile Fun Run. Participants will run a flat and fast course through
the heart of beautiful Chesterfield Village (in ugly
sweaters, of course), starting and ending at The Summit. All proceeds
from the event will directly benefit our school and its mission.

<
p style="font-family: tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">The Summit:The Summit is a small, progressive, independent school that cares beyond
the completion of required courses to the development and future of t
he whole child, teaching not only the skills for academic success, but
more importantly how to overcome challenges, solve problems, and pursue li
felong achievement.

Cup-Free Race:That’s right...we are not providing cups
at water stations! The Summit will be hosting a Cup-Free Race! The fir
st 250 registrants will receive a Hydra Pouch personal hydration device. It
’s lightweight and easy to carry while running, and is easy to fill at
the Ultra Spout filling stations along the course. Cup-Free Racing me
ans: safer aid stations with fewer cups to slip on; faster, more efficient,
and less crowded aid stations; less litter, trash, and waste.

C
heck out the searchable race results in the Results
tab below. Watch the beginning of the race in 360!

Join us at the 2nd Annual Cabin Fever Reliever 20K & Resolution 5K.
The 20K opens up the field to make and break state records in Missour
i. The course is USTAF Certified in Rogersville, MO and includes grea
t scenery and a couple of rolling hills. This is a perfect chance to
test your endurance and compete for a state record and automatic PR for any
first-time 20K-ers.

Skunk- A cat-size
d mammal with a prominent long-haired tail. The fur is black, usually with
a white stripe running down the head and dividing to become two stripes on
each side of the body. Often smelled before they are seen, skunks produce a
n obnoxious scent upon provocation. This disagreeable musk is secreted by g
lands at the base of the tail and can be aimed and sprayed at will. Prior t
o spraying, skunks usually warn intruders by stamping their feet and holdin
g the tail high in the air.

Id
iots- Runners of many different shapes and sizes. They are
usually dressed in all manners of brightly colored clothing that allows the
m to be seen from long distances. Often heard before they are seen, Idiots
produce an obnoxious laughter when running. This sound can be deafening, an
noying and is highly contagious. There have been several reported incidents
of contamination throughout some of the more traditional and rigid running
clubs. Prior to laughing, Idiots will warn those around them by starting t
heir Garmins.

Join us on Saturday, April 1, 2017 at the beautiful Empire Park Trail fo
r a 5K race to benefit the Kirbyville R-VI School Foundation
as it seeks to provide support to Kirbyville Schools for the enrichment of
rural education opportunities by fundraising and charitable giving by the
community, friends, alumni, businesses and organizations.

Seize the Day 5k is a family friendly event which begins at Jordan Valle
y Park in downtown Springfield. It raises money to benefit The Epilepsy Fou
ndation of MO & KS. We need your help to continue the fight to stop seizures. One in 26 people are diagnosed with epilepsy. I
t is estimated to affect more than 250,000 children and adults in Missouri
& Kansas. Please help us win the fight for people in our community that
are challenged with seizures.

Campbell United Methodist Church is ho
sting the 3rd annual Run for the Son. The 10k, 5k and the one mile run/walk
will all start at 8:00 a.m. across the street from CUMC at First Cumberlan
d Presbyterian Church. The races are preceding a FREE children’s Easter eve
nt that will take place at 10:00 a.m. at the back field of Campbell UMC. Pr
oceeds from the run will provide for Campbell UMC Small Wonders, Schweitzer
UMC Grow to Know and Wesley UMC Kids of Creation to better serve the child
ren in our community. Each paid participant will receive a race shirt if yo
u signup before April 3rd. Receiving a shirt after April 3rd will depend on
the number of shirts still available.

Join us Saturday, April 22, 2017 at 8am for the Annual Running of the Sq
uirrels 5K. This is a flat, fast course through residential Marionvill
e, Missouri, home of the white squirrels! All proceeds from this event
benefit the Marionville Comet Pride Band. Overall winners receive white sq
uirrel trophies. Age group winners receive custom white squirrel medals.

This fundraising event will be held at Hickory Hills Elementary/Middle S
chool back parking lot and field on Friday, April 28, 2017. This event
, open to individuals of all ages, will include a Family Fun Festival, comp
etitive 5kstarting at 6pm, and a family friendly 1 Mile Walk/Run. Fam
ily Fun Festival and gates will open at 4:30pm. Food will be on groun
ds or picnics are welcome. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the fun!

OneSolePurpose exists for the purpose of restoring hope and God-given di
gnity by providing basic necessities, like shoes, to those currently in nee
d.

Our Mission

We partner with individuals, ch
urches, and businesses to provide new shoes to the nearly 6000 children in
Springfield Public Schools Title I elementary programs. By encouraging the
adoption of a single child, classroom, grade, hall, or entire school, we ar
e raising funds to meet the need for our fall 2016 delivery day.

Our Vision

Our vision is to see individuals, churches, a
nd businesses come together to support the schools and children in need in
our community. We would like to foster those relationships in our city, but
also in other places across the country and around the world.

At Girls on the Run we inspire girls to recognize their inner strength a
nd celebrate what makes them one of a kind. Trained coaches lead small team
s through our research-based curricula which includes dynamic discussions,
activities and running games. Over the course of the ten-week program, girl
s in 3rd-8th grade develop essential skills to help them navigate their wor
lds and establish a lifetime appreciation for health and fitness. The progr
am culminates with girls positively impacting their communities through a s
ervice project and being physically and emotionally prepared to complete a
celebratory 5K event.

Join us on Thursday, May 25, 2017 6:30PM at Jordan Valley Park for Lost
& Found Grief Center’s Run & Remember event. Lost & Found provi
des grief support services, at no charge, in a safe and supportive environm
ent for children, young adults, and their families grieving the death of a
loved one. For more information, go to lostandfoundozarks.com.

Join us Saturday, June 3, 2017 for the 3rd Annual Lake Race 5K Walk/Run
at Beaver's at the Dam, Lake Ozark. Proceeds from this event will be a
dded to the Lake Race 2017 donation and presented to various charitable org
anizations throughout the Lake at the discretion of the Lake Race board of
directors.

Calling all runners! We know there are a lot of different races out ther
e, but there is only one with dinosaurs! Join us again for the Raptor Run 5
K and 1 mile fun run. The winners in each category will receive hand-crafte
d raptor claws! This is the race for professionals, beginners and the whole
family. With your help, we will be able to continue to build what will be
the crown jewel of the museum...the largest triceratops ever discovered! He
nry the triceratops is estimated to be 30% larger than any other triceratop
s and when he is complete, he will live right here in Springfield! Time is
running short...check out our website to get registered today. Hope to see
you there!

Ozark Teen Challenge will host i
ts 3rd Annual Ozarks Teen Challenge Family 5K Run/Walk on July 15th 2017. W
e invite you to join the students and families of Ozarks Teen Challenge in
the fight against teen addiction as we Run for Hope!

Updated from the “Bentley Fund 5K,” the Access to Health 5K Run/Walk hos
ted by Jordan Valley Community Health Center, will be held rain or shine. &
nbsp;The Access to Health 5K Run/Walk is a community wide event aimed at in
creasing physical activity for all ages. Proceeds from the 5K Run/Walk will
continue to provide accessible and integrated care to members of the commu
nities we serve. The 5K course is CERTIFIED!

The OFFICIAL Route 66 run is back and better then ever. Experience
the historic Mother Road on foot through historic downtown Springfield. &n
bsp;The age division awards have been modified to reflect the classificatio
n of a car. In a addition to a premium cotton t-shirt, all participants will receive a custom
Route 66 lapel pin at the finishers line. Stay after the race to enjo
y all the live music, car show, food, and entertainment that the Route 66 f
estival has to offer.

Today, we run in honor of those who are not able to. We run
because we can.Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), als
o known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, is a progressive neurodegen-erative diseas
e that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Voluntary musc
le action is progressively affected when motor neuron cells die, and patien
ts in the later stages of the disease may become totally paralyzed. Yet, th
rough it all, most people's minds remain unaffected. Life expectancy for mo
st people with ALS is usually two to five years following diagnosis, but wi
th recent advances in research and improved medical care, many patients are
living longer, more productive lives. As many as 30,000 Americans may be c
urrently affected by ALS, and there is no known cause and no cure for ALS.<
br />Haley's Hope was established in honor of a beloved daughter, sister, a
nd friend—Haley Stevens—who was diagnosed with ALS at the age of 16. During
her short battle, her family and friends knew that the only way to help ot
hers afflicted with this awful disease was to start raising money to help o
thers afflicted with this disease.Today, you run—in Haley
's memory—to spread awareness and to raise money for a cure.<
/p>

Today, we run in honor of those who are not able to. We run
because we can.Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), als
o known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, is a progressive neurodegen-erative diseas
e that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Voluntary musc
le action is progressively affected when motor neuron cells die, and patien
ts in the later stages of the disease may become totally paralyzed. Yet, th
rough it all, most people's minds remain unaffected. Life expectancy for mo
st people with ALS is usually two to five years following diagnosis, but wi
th recent advances in research and improved medical care, many patients are
living longer, more productive lives. As many as 30,000 Americans may be c
urrently affected by ALS, and there is no known cause and no cure for ALS.<
br />Haley's Hope was established in honor of a beloved daughter, sister, a
nd friend—Haley Stevens—who was diagnosed with ALS at the age of 16. During
her short battle, her family and friends knew that the only way to help ot
hers afflicted with this awful disease was to start raising money to help o
thers afflicted with this disease.Today, you run—in Haley
's memory—to spread awareness and to raise money for a cure.<
/p>

Together Forever: A Skyler Sanders Family Foundation is a non-profit org
anization 501(c) (3) that was created in memory and honor of Skyler Sanders
. The goal of Together Forever is to create opportunities for young familie
s that are given the life shattering news that their child or themselves as
a young parent has cancer to make memories that last a lifetime. Together
Forever’s purpose is to select qualified young families and provide them wi
th an all-expense-paid vacation to the Branson Tri-Lakes area to give them
a break from their normal lives of treatments, hospital and doctor visits.
For information about Together Forever: A Skyler Sanders Family Foundation,
visit www.togetherforeversk
yler.org.

Join us Saturday, September 16, 2017 for the Getting Dirty to Stay Clean
5K & 10K at Rutledge Wilson Farms.

This race and all procee
ds benefit Better Life in Recovery.

Our mission is to deal hope and F
oster dignity for those who struggle with substance use and mental health i
ssues through community service, awareness and education events that celebr
ate individuals and long-term recovery.

We share our stories of recov
ery to instill hope that people can and do recover and live productive live
s.

We Foster dignity for those in long-term recovery by providing vol
unteer opportunities to better the community they live in.

We spread
awareness of the dangers of substance use through live presentations, media
interviews and public service announcements.

We celebrate recovery t
hrough sober, family-friendly social events.

We educate individuals,
organizations and communities on the issues surrounding substance use and m
ental health issues and advocated for the growing numbers of individuals wh
o are in long-term recovery.

We have started Springfield's first reco
very Community Center where we provide Community, Resources and education f
or the recovery community.

The Summit Parent Organization will be
hosting our 11th annual Run for The Summit on Saturday September 16,
2017. This year we are hosting a S
uper Hero 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. Participants will run a flat and fast course&nbs
p;through the heart of beautiful C
hesterfield Village in their favorite super hero costumes, starting and end
ing at The Summit Preparatory
School. All proceeds from the event will directly benefit The Summit and i
ts mission.

The Summ
it:The Summit is a small, progressive, independent school that car
es beyond the completion of required courses to the development and future of the whole child, teaching
not only the skills for academic success, but more importantly how to overcome challenges, solve problem
s, and pursue lifelong achievement.

Cup-Free Race:That’s right...we are not providing
cups at water stations! The Summit will be hosting a Cup-Free Race! Registr
ants will receive a Hydra Pou
ch personal hydration device. It’s lightweight and easy to carry while runn
ing, and is easy to fill at t
he Ultra Spout filling stations along the course. Cup-Free Racing means: sa
fer aid stations with fewer cups to slip on; faster, more efficient, and less crowded aid stations; less litter,
trash, and waste.

Shining Stars Early Childhood Center is excited to present the second an
nual Reach for the Stars! Our goal is to improve the quality of the playgro
und in order to give students meaningful experiences as they develop their
gross motor skills. Shining Stars Early Childhood Center provides special e
ducation services to students age 3 to 5 with significant developmental del
ays.

All proceeds from the event will be donated to Shining Stars Ear
ly Childhood Center to make purchases and improvements to their playground.
Gross motor skills are the skills needed to control the large muscles of t
he body in a controlled and coordinated way. The window to develop gross mo
tor skills is a relatively narrow one, therefore it is crucial to provide o
pportunities for these skills to develop. Gross motor skills begin developi
ng at birth with the most critical time for development occurring between e
ighteen (1.5 years) and sixty months (5 years) of age. According to the Nat
ional Association for the Education of Young Children, some children enteri
ng kindergarten may exhibit developmental delays in gross motor skills if t
hey do not have sufficient opportunities to learn and practice these active
skills during early childhood. Research also supports that children who en
gage in physical activity regularly have increased attention spans which ar
e necessary for successful academic participation in school settings.

In September, supporters from across the nation come together for the St
. Jude Walk/Run to End Childhood Cancer during Childhood Cancer Awareness M
onth to raise money for the kids of St. Jude, where families never receive
a bill for anything. St. Jude is leading the way the world understands
, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases.<
/p>

St. Jude has helped push the overall survival rate for childhood canc
er from less than 20% when we first opened our doors to 80% today. St. Jude
won't stop until no child dies from cancer.

Join us Saturday, September 30, 2017 for the Ozark Technical Community C
ollege Fall Trail 5K & 10K at the Lebanon Center! Proceeds from t
his event benefit the OTC Foundation, which provides scholarships and assis
tance to current OTC students.

The 5th Annual 5K Color Run is hoste
d by the Willard Intermediate Running Club. Proceeds from this event
benefit the Willard Children's Charitable Foundation and the Mercy Bur
n Unit (in honor of a former WIS student, Josh Thompson).

CONTACT:Brian Hayes - brianhayes@willardschools.net
DTSTAMP:20190915T053025Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171021T080000
SEQUENCE:0
TRANSP:OPAQUE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:610a38a5ba782a3994460676f6a812a1
CATEGORIES:5K, 10K
CREATED:20170626T220427
SUMMARY:Halloween Hustle
GEO:-93.29061127;37.21806335
LOCATION:City Utilities - 301 E. Central, Springfield, MO, ,
DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:The Halloween Hustle is a local race put on by local people with 100% of pr
oceeds benefiting a local charity—the Harmony House. Taking place on Saturd
ay, October 28 at 9 am., the Halloween Hustle offers a 5K and 10K race opti
on. The race starts and ends at City Utilities, 301 East Central Street. Th
is relatively flat race route winds through historic mid-town Springfield.
Expect no tricks, but lots of treats at the Halloween Hustle—with candy for
your little ghosts and goblins on every corner. An event for kids of all a
ges—runners are encouraged get in the holiday spirit and wear their Hallowe
en costumes.

The Halloween Hustle benefits Harmony House—Spring
field’s only domestic abuse shelter. The Harmony House provides shelter, ad
vocacy, and education to survivors of domestic abuse. Every penny raised fo
rm the Halloween Hustle will support the Harmony House and the work they do
every day. When you take part in the Halloween Hustle, you are helping the
Harmony House provide a safe, warm place for a survivor of domestic abuse
and their child. When you get involved, you are giving a survivor a chance
to escape abuse and giving them access to resources such as food, clothing,
court advocacy, life skills classes and more. When you take part in the Ha
lloween Hustle, your donation stays local and you are helping the Harmony H
ouse continue to provide much-needed services in our community all while ma
king a huge difference!
CONTACT:Jamie Dopp at Jamie.Dopp@cityutilities.net
DTSTAMP:20190915T053025Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171028T090000
SEQUENCE:0
TRANSP:OPAQUE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:b1f7092889ac080b6154abd8179baba3
CATEGORIES:Cross Country
CREATED:20171002T040526
SUMMARY:Willow Springs Districts
GEO:-91.95999908;37.00355911
LOCATION:Willow Springs Municipal Golf Course - 1708 St. Rt. 137, Willow Springs, MO
, ,
DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:Class 1, District 3 & Class 2, District 5 Championship Cross Country Me
et
DTSTAMP:20190915T053025Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171028T100000
SEQUENCE:0
TRANSP:OPAQUE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:3d399b623034120ebcd52e194d3b3efe
CATEGORIES:5K
CREATED:20170925T023640
SUMMARY:Care to Scare
GEO:93.29875183;37.04525375
LOCATION:Marionville Football Field - 400 S. Western Street, Marionville, MO, ,
DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:The first annual Care to Scare 5k is guaranteed to be tons of fun! Experien
ce the haunted roads of Marionville, MO. Prizes to be given for age divisio
ns for race performance and best costume. All racers will receive a t-shirt
with entry, and some nourishment post race! We are excited to have each of
you out to our first 5k race to benefit the kids at Marionville R-9 school
district! GO COMETS!!!!!
CONTACT:Casey Pomeroyy at cpomeroy@marionville.us
DTSTAMP:20190915T053025Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171028T190000
SEQUENCE:0
TRANSP:OPAQUE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:39af50e4e3ffdf5bbc1bcaf0d8910eb3
CATEGORIES:5K
CREATED:20170719T040345
SUMMARY:Happy Feet 5K
GEO:-93.46678925;37.12269211
LOCATION:Calvary Baptist Church - 804 U.S. 60 Hwy, Republic, MO, 65738,
DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:

Join us for a 5K run/walk to support the life-affirming ministry of the
Republic Pregnancy Resource Center. The RPRC believes that every life has v
alue and every baby deserves the chance to experience this world! Fif
ty percent of all pregnancies in the U.S. are unplanned and 70 percent of t
hese unplanned pregnancies are experienced by single women. The RPRC works
to support and empower these women to be awesome mothers and live hope-fill
ed lives through education, mentoring, and basic-needs assistance.

Th
e mission of the Republic Pregnancy Resource Center is to offer support and
comfort to those in our community facing need during and after pregnancy,
making positive choices through mentoring and education, providing hope for
a life-giving future.

This will be a family friendly run/walk
over mostly flat terrain, with a live band, and a post-race breakfast!

Ruck ‘N’ Run is a motivating “boot camp” style walk/run that’s drastical
ly challenging the definition of the average 5K and those that attempt to c
ompete.

Through just two past Ruck ‘N’ Run events, $6,500 and 3
,177lbs of food has been donated to Veteran organizations!

Ruck
ers ruck (walk with their own rucksack/backpack)Runners run (do not w
ear a rucksack/backpack)

Ruck ‘N’ Run is a walk/run event with
a little extra. There are 5 stations along the route where participants mus
t complete a set of exercises before continuing (push ups, bodyweight squat
s, etc.).

A friendly competition between U.S. Military br
anches will determine which branch finished with the fastest time for both
Ruckers & Runners. Be sure to mark the branch you serve(d) in during re
gistration to include your time in this competition.

Join us at the 3rd Annual Cabin Fever Reliever 20K & Resolution 5K.
The 20K opens up the field to make and break state records in Missour
i. The course is USTAF Certified in Rogersville, MO and includes grea
t scenery and a couple of rolling hills. This is a perfect chance to
test your endurance and compete for a state record and automatic PR for any
first-time 20K-ers.

Happy St. Patrick's Day from the Marionville Comet Pride Marching Band!
Come celebrate with the band on March 17th, as we run through historic Mari
onville, home of the white squirrel. The course is flat and easy to navigat
e, perfect for all ages and abilities. We will have live music and refreshm
ents. Cash awards will be given for Overall Male and Overall Female winners
in addition to medals for the top three male and female finishers in each
age category. All proceeds raised from our 5K will assist our band as we tr
avel to Memphis, TN where we will perform at Graceland this April. Thanks f
or your support!

Come and enjoy a slice of history along the Frisco Highline Trail. From
the first mile to the 13th, take in the Ozarks scenery and wildlife. The tr
ail is paved -- mostly flat with a slight grade. Each mile is marked,
and aid stations are available every two miles, manned by boy scouts.

Campbell United Methodist Church is ho
sting the 4th annual Run for the Son. The 10k, 5k and the one mile run/walk
will all start at 8:30 a.m. across the street from CUMC at First Cumberlan
d Presbyterian Church. The races are preceding a FREE children’s Easter eve
nt that will take place at 10:00 a.m. at the back field of Campbell UMC. Pr
oceeds from the run will provide for Campbell UMC Small Wonders, Schweitzer
UMC Grow to Know and Wesley UMC Kids of Creation to better serve the child
ren in our community. Each paid participant will receive a race shirt if yo
u signup before March 9th. Receiving a shirt after March 9th will depend on
the number of shirts still available.

CALLING ALL TRAIL RUNNERS!! Join us for a trail run in the Mark Twain Na
tional Forest near Brown Branch, MO! Like race swag & food? &nbsp
;Register for the Glade Top Trail run and get an event shirt, bib belt, bot
tle band with loaded bottle, glade top recycle bag and of course the now FAMOUS BBQ
chicken dinner that is enjoyed by runners after the race. Plus..a ton of do
or prizes!!

Join us at the beautiful Empire Park Trail for a 5K race to benefit
the Kirbyville R-VI School Foundation as it seeks to provide support to Ki
rbyville Schools for the enrichment of rural education opportunities by fun
d raising and charitable giving by the community, friends, alumni, business
es and organizations.

Olivia Didway’s selfless decision at age sixteen to register as an organ
donor blessed five recipients with the Gift of Life. The mission of Liv a
Life of Love Foundation and the Liv a Life of Love Scholorship Fund is to i
nspire thought and conversation on the Gift of Life through organ donation
awareness. Liv's decision to bestow such an offering has influenced countle
ss individuals to sign the National Organ Donor Registry, giving hope to th
ose who one day may become recipients. CLICK HERE to learn more about
Olivia’s gifts and register your decision to be a donor.

-The Gift o
f Life can be a remarkable gesture in the midst of a tragedy.

-
Angie RoseOlivia’s Mom

Promoting the Gift of Life through Organ
Donation Awareness. Proceeds Benefit Liv a Life of Love Foundation.&
nbsp;

This fundraising event will be held at Hickory Hills Elementary/Middle S
chool back parking lot and field. This event, open to individuals of all ag
es, will include a Family Fun Festival, competitive 5kstarting at 6pm
, and a family friendly 1 Mile Walk/Run. Family Fun Festival and gates will
open at 4:30pm. Food will be on grounds or picnics are welcome. Brin
g your lawn chairs and enjoy the fun!

At Girls on the Run we inspire girls to recognize their inner strength a
nd celebrate what makes them one of a kind. Trained coaches lead small team
s through our research-based curricula which includes dynamic discussions,
activities and running games. Over the course of the ten-week program, girl
s in 3rd-8th grade develop essential skills to help them navigate their wor
lds and establish a lifetime appreciation for health and fitness. The progr
am culminates with girls positively impacting their communities through a s
ervice project and being physically and emotionally prepared to complete a
celebratory 5K event.

Calling all runners! We know there are a lot of different races out ther
e, but there is only one with dinosaurs! Join us again for the Raptor Run 5
K and 1 mile fun run. The winners in each category will receive hand-crafte
d raptor claws! This is the race for professionals, beginners and the whole
family. With your help, we will be able to continue to build what will be
the crown jewel of the museum...the largest triceratops ever discovered! He
nry the triceratops is estimated to be 30% larger than any other triceratop
s and when he is complete, he will live right here in Springfield! Time is
running short...check out our website to get registered today. Hope to see
you there!

It's the WILDEST 5K in 417 Land and you will not want to be left out!! T
he 1st Annual Take A Walk On The Wild Side 5K family run/walk will take off
from the Lake Country Soccer Complex, all in support of the Landan's LegOc
y Foundation.

Whether you're an avid runner or just want to get
out & walk with family and friends to help bring awareness & suppor
t to families fighting childhood cancer, THIS IS THE 5K FOR YOU!!! All ages
are invited to be a part of this incredible event....and we want to encour
age everyone to show-up in in your wildest animal prints and dress-up the k
iddos in their favorite animal costumes.

Join us Saturday, June 9, 2018 for the 4th Annual Lake Race 5K Walk/Run
at Beaver's at the Dam, Lake Ozark. Proceeds from this event will be a
dded to the Lake Race 2018 donation and presented to various charitable org
anizations throughout the Lake at the discretion of the Lake Race board of
directors.

The first games were held in 1977 and have grown over the
years to a six day event. The games take place every other year. Past locat
ions include; Regina, Saskatchewan, Milwaukee, Spokane, London, Baton Rouge
, St. Cloud, MN. and York, PA., and Thunder Bay, Ontario.

This i
s a non-profit event. Any profit from the games will go to benefit Special
Olympics Missouri. The President & CEO of Special Olympics MO is servin
g on our Can-Am games committee.

Dates: June 25-July 1, 2018 and
June 15-21, 2020

Participatants: Expecting 1,000 to 1,500 parti
cipates from the U.S. and Canada.

Games: The Lake of the Ozarks
is proposing 49 events over a six day period. The events will be held all o
ver the Lake including; Laurie, Sunrise Beach, Camdenton, Osage Beach and L
ake Ozark as well as in Springfield and Lebanon.
CONTACT:LAGINA FITZPATRICK at 1-573-375-3738
DTSTAMP:20190915T053025Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180626T080000
SEQUENCE:0
TRANSP:OPAQUE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:25300e802f2a8816414a33f31356d329
CATEGORIES:Other
CREATED:20180626T045254
SUMMARY:Can-Am Police-Fire Games - Crit
GEO:-92.72915649;38.01315308
LOCATION:Camdenton Schools - 662 Laker Pride Road, Camdenton, MO, ,
DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:The Can-Am Games promote physical fitness and camaraderie among and between
law enforcement, fire service, EMS, protective services personnel and agen
cies.

The first games were held in 1977 and have grown over the
years to a six day event. The games take place every other year. Past locat
ions include; Regina, Saskatchewan, Milwaukee, Spokane, London, Baton Rouge
, St. Cloud, MN. and York, PA., and Thunder Bay, Ontario.

This i
s a non-profit event. Any profit from the games will go to benefit Special
Olympics Missouri. The President & CEO of Special Olympics MO is servin
g on our Can-Am games committee.

Dates: June 25-July 1, 2018 and
June 15-21, 2020

Participatants: Expecting 1,000 to 1,500 parti
cipates from the U.S. and Canada.

Games: The Lake of the Ozarks
is proposing 49 events over a six day period. The events will be held all o
ver the Lake including; Laurie, Sunrise Beach, Camdenton, Osage Beach and L
ake Ozark as well as in Springfield and Lebanon.
CONTACT:LAGINA FITZPATRICK at 1-573-375-3738
DTSTAMP:20190915T053025Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180628T080000
SEQUENCE:0
TRANSP:OPAQUE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:1601a65be6d4850c5a707677c8122ce1
CATEGORIES:5K
CREATED:20180131T032523
SUMMARY:Shuffle for Shelter
GEO:-92.92462921;37.34040070
LOCATION:Marshfield Church of the Nazarene - 226 Church Street, Marshfield, MO, , 65
706
DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:

Join us for the 1st Annual Webster County Victim Assistance Program Shuf
fle for the Shelter 5K. The 5K race will be followed by snacks and a Craft
Fair. Our goal is to raise money to expand the WCVAP Shelter. The shelter s
erves all of Webster County and is in need of expansion. Our she
lter can only house one person or one family at a time. That means we have
to turn away victims of domestic and sexual violence all the time. The need
is much greater than the capacity we currently have. Your participation is
greatly appreciated!

We invite you to join the studen
ts and families of Ozarks Teen Challenge in the fight against teen addictio
n as we Run for Hope!

Ozarks Teen Challenge is a local non-profit, Christian rehabilitation
center for teenage boys ages 11-17 who are struggling with addiction or ot
her life controlling issues. Every aspect of our 15-month program: the dail
y routine, individualized academic & discipleship tracts, recreation th
erapy, leadership training, & life skills projects are developed with i
ntentionality, focusing upon each student's personal growth and development
. We are passionate about life transformation and restoring family relation
ships! To learn more about us go to: www.ozarksteenchallenge.com.

This is not your ordinary run! The DBO Diaper Dash & bRUNch Bash is
a run with a reward! Because when you reach the finish line, you will be tr
eated to an amazing brunch worth running (or walking) for! And that’s not a
ll – every participant receives:

The OFFICIAL Route 66 run is back and better then ever. Experience
the historic Mother Road on foot through historic downtown Springfield. &n
bsp;The age division awards have been modified to reflect the classificatio
n of a car. In a addition to a premium cotton t-shirt. Stay af
ter the race to enjoy all the live music, car show, food, and entertainment
that the Route 66 festival has to offer.

Today, we run in honor of those who are not able to. We run
because we can.Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), als
o known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, is a progressive neurodegen-erative diseas
e that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Voluntary musc
le action is progressively affected when motor neuron cells die, and patien
ts in the later stages of the disease may become totally paralyzed. Yet, th
rough it all, most people's minds remain unaffected. Life expectancy for mo
st people with ALS is usually two to five years following diagnosis, but wi
th recent advances in research and improved medical care, many patients are
living longer, more productive lives. As many as 30,000 Americans may be c
urrently affected by ALS, and there is no known cause and no cure for ALS.<
br />Haley's Hope was established in honor of a beloved daughter, sister, a
nd friend—Haley Stevens—who was diagnosed with ALS at the age of 16. During
her short battle, her family and friends knew that the only way to help ot
hers afflicted with this awful disease was to start raising money to help o
thers afflicted with this disease.Today, you run—in Haley
's memory—to spread awareness and to raise money for a cure.<
/p>

Today, we run in honor of those who are not able to. We run
because we can.Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), als
o known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, is a progressive neurodegen-erative diseas
e that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Voluntary musc
le action is progressively affected when motor neuron cells die, and patien
ts in the later stages of the disease may become totally paralyzed. Yet, th
rough it all, most people's minds remain unaffected. Life expectancy for mo
st people with ALS is usually two to five years following diagnosis, but wi
th recent advances in research and improved medical care, many patients are
living longer, more productive lives. As many as 30,000 Americans may be c
urrently affected by ALS, and there is no known cause and no cure for ALS.<
br />Haley's Hope was established in honor of a beloved daughter, sister, a
nd friend—Haley Stevens—who was diagnosed with ALS at the age of 16. During
her short battle, her family and friends knew that the only way to help ot
hers afflicted with this awful disease was to start raising money to help o
thers afflicted with this disease.Today, you run—in Haley
's memory—to spread awareness and to raise money for a cure.<
/p>

Pick your distance at the Habitat Home Run with a 5k, 10k, and 1 mile fu
n run option. Start and finish at historic Lafayette Park (202 E. Atlantic)
in the Woodland Heights Neighborhood. A fast, flat, and shady route that h
ave been revitalized by Habitat’s construction team and volunteers; see cha
rming features the Moon City Creative District, and more!

After
the race, stick around for our after party! We’ll have great refreshments,
entertainment and bounce houses, and great children’s activities to enjoy i
n Lafayette Park!

OneSolePurpose exists for the purpose of restoring hope and God-given di
gnity by providing basic necessities, like shoes, to those currently in nee
d.

Since 2010 OneSolePurpose has given away over 20,000 pairs of new
shoes to students here in the Springfield area. Our 5K/10K run is one of ou
r biggest fund raisers. Thanks to our generous sponsors, your registration
fee is used 100% for the purchase of new shoes. You run and a local student
will receive a new pair of shoes. That is a Win-Win right there.

Join us Saturday, September 8, 2018 for the Getting Dirty to Stay Clean
5K & 10K at Rutledge Wilson Farms.

This race and all proceed
s benefit Better Life in Recovery.

Our mission is to deal hope and Fo
ster dignity for those who struggle with substance use and mental health is
sues through community service, awareness and education events that celebra
te individuals and long-term recovery.

We share our stories of recove
ry to instill hope that people can and do recover and live productive lives
.

We Foster dignity for those in long-term recovery by providing volu
nteer opportunities to better the community they live in.

We spread a
wareness of the dangers of substance use through live presentations, media
interviews and public service announcements.

We celebrate recovery th
rough sober, family-friendly social events.

We educate individuals, o
rganizations and communities on the issues surrounding substance use and me
ntal health issues and advocated for the growing numbers of individuals who
are in long-term recovery.

We have started Springfield's first recov
ery Community Center where we provide Community, Resources and education fo
r the recovery community.

Fordland Community Care Day and
5K Character Run/Walk & Kid Character Fun Run

Pancake Breakfast ~ 5K Run ~ Auction ~ Music ~ Kids Fun Run

A 5K Fun Run to benefit the Fordland Care To Learn chapter. T
he goal for this fundraiser is to provide immediate funding and action to m
eet any emergent health, hunger, or hygiene need and restore a child's self
-respect so they can get back in the classroom.

Join us Saturday, September 15, 2018 for the Fairbanks Community 0K, 5K
& 10K hosted by the Southeast Rotary Club. Proceeds from this eve
nt benefit the Drew Lewis Foundation and the Fairbanks Community Center.&nb
sp;

The Summit Parent Organization will be hosting our 12th annual Run for T
he Summit on Saturday September 22, 2018. This year we are hostin
g a Far Out 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run at the Missouri Institute of Natural Scie
nce. Participants are encouraged to dress in their grooviest running gear f
or our 1960s inspired event!

The Summit:The Summit is a small, pr
ogressive, independent school that cares beyond the completion of required
courses to the development and future of the whole child, teaching not only
the skills for academic success, but more importantly how to overcome chal
lenges, solve problems, and pursue lifelong achievement.

Cup-Fre
e Race:That’s right...we are not providing cups at water stations! Th
e Summit will be hosting a Cup-Free Race! Registrants will receive a H
ydra Pouch personal hydration device. It’s lightweight and easy to carry wh
ile running, and is easy to fill at the Ultra Spout filling stations a
long the course. Cup-Free Racing means: safer aid stations with fewer cups
to slip on; faster, more efficient, and less crowded aid stations
; less litter, trash, and waste.

Together Forever: A Skyler Sanders Family Foundation is a n
on-profit organization 501(c) (3) that was created in memory and honor of S
kyler Sanders. The goal of Together Forever is to create opportunities for
young families that are given the life shattering news that their child or
themselves as a young parent has cancer to make memories that last a lifeti
me. Together Forever’s purpose is to select qualified young families and pr
ovide them with an all-expense-paid vacation to the Branson Tri-Lakes area
to give them a break from their normal lives of treatments, hospital and do
ctor visits. For information about Together Forever: A Skyler Sanders Famil
y Foundation, visit www.toge
therforeverskyler.org.

Shining Stars Early Childhood Center is excited to present the 3rd Annua
l Reach for the Stars! Our goal is to improve the quality of the playground
in order to give students meaningful experiences as they develop their gro
ss motor skills. Shining Stars Early Childhood Center provides special educ
ation services to students age 3 to 5 with significant developmental delays
.

All proceeds from the event will be donated to Shining Stars Early
Childhood Center to make purchases and improvements to their playground. Gr
oss motor skills are the skills needed to control the large muscles of the
body in a controlled and coordinated way. The window to develop gross motor
skills is a relatively narrow one, therefore it is crucial to provide oppo
rtunities for these skills to develop. Gross motor skills begin developing
at birth with the most critical time for development occurring between eigh
teen (1.5 years) and sixty months (5 years) of age. According to the Nation
al Association for the Education of Young Children, some children entering
kindergarten may exhibit developmental delays in gross motor skills if they
do not have sufficient opportunities to learn and practice these active sk
ills during early childhood. Research also supports that children who engag
e in physical activity regularly have increased attention spans which are n
ecessary for successful academic participation in school settings.

YOU can be a Super Hero! Dust off your cape, slip on your tights and put
on your armor to help build and protect our community!! Your tax ded
uctible entry fee helps local earthlings in their pursuit of careers in con
struction, provides funding for Habitat for Humanity and more.

The Halloween Hustle is a local race put on by local people with 100% of
proceeds benefiting a local charity—the Harmony House. The race starts and
ends at City Utilities, 301 East Central Street. This relatively flat race
route winds through historic mid-town Springfield. Expect no tricks, but l
ots of treats at the Halloween Hustle—with candy for your little ghosts and
goblins on every corner. An event for kids of all ages—runners are encoura
ged get in the holiday spirit and wear their Halloween costumes.

The Halloween Hustle benefits Harmony House—Springfield’s only domestic a
buse shelter. The Harmony House provides shelter, advocacy, and education t
o survivors of domestic abuse. Every penny raised form the Halloween Hustle
will support the Harmony House and the work they do every day. When you ta
ke part in the Halloween Hustle, you are helping the Harmony House provide
a safe, warm place for a survivor of domestic abuse and their child. When y
ou get involved, you are giving a survivor a chance to escape abuse and giv
ing them access to resources such as food, clothing, court advocacy, life s
kills classes and more. When you take part in the Halloween Hustle, your do
nation stays local and you are helping the Harmony House continue to provid
e much-needed services in our community all while making a huge difference!

The second annual Care to Scare 5k is guaranteed to be tons of fun! Expe
rience the haunted roads of Marionville, MO. Prizes to be given for age div
isions for race performance and for best costume. All racers will receive a
t-shirt with entry, and some nourishment post race! We are excited to have
each of you out to our 5k race to benefit the kids at Marionville R-9 scho
ol district! GO COMETS!!!!!

Join us for a 5K run/walk to support the life-affirming ministry of the
Republic Pregnancy Resource Center. The RPRC believes that every life has v
alue and every baby deserves the chance to experience this world! Fif
ty percent of all pregnancies in the U.S. are unplanned and 70 percent of t
hese unplanned pregnancies are experienced by single women. The RPRC works
to support and empower these women to be awesome mothers and live hope-fill
ed lives through education, mentoring, and basic-needs assistance.

Th
e mission of the Republic Pregnancy Resource Center is to offer support and
comfort to those in our community facing need during and after pregnancy,
making positive choices through mentoring and education, providing hope for
a life-giving future.

This will be a family friendly run/walk
over mostly flat terrain, with a live band, and a post-race breakfast!

Ruck ‘N’ Run brings Veterans and Civilians together in a fun, motivating
yet challenging event to honor those who serve(d).

Ruck ‘N’ Ru
n is a boot camp inspired walk/run that honors Veterans and connects the co
mmunity. Through past events, $10,500 and 4,459lbs of food has been donated
to Veteran organizations!

Ruckers ruck (walk with their own ru
cksack/backpack)Runners run (do not wear a rucksack/backpack) <
br />Ruck ‘N’ Run is a walk/run event with a little extra. There are statio
ns along the route where participants must complete a set of exercises befo
re continuing (push ups, bodyweight squats, etc.).

A frie
ndly competition between U.S. Military branches will determine which branch
finished with the fastest time for both Ruckers & Runners. Be sure to
mark the branch you serve(d) in during registration to include your time in
this competition.

Skunk- A cat-sized mammal
with a prominent long-haired tail. The fur is black, usually with a white
stripe running down the head and dividing to become two stripes on each sid
e of the body. Often smelled before they are seen, skunks produce an obnoxi
ous scent upon provocation. This disagreeable musk is secreted by glands at
the base of the tail and can be aimed and sprayed at will. Prior to sprayi
ng, skunks usually warn intruders by stamping their feet and holding the ta
il high in the air.

Idiots- Runners of many different shapes and
sizes. They are usually dressed in all manners of brightly colored clothin
g that allows them to be seen from long distances. Often heard before they
are seen, Idiots produce an obnoxious laughter when running. This sound can
be deafening, annoying and is highly contagious. There have been several r
eported incidents of contamination throughout some of the more traditional
and rigid running clubs. Prior to laughing, Idiots will warn those around t
hem by starting their Garmins.

Matthew Joseph England was killed in action in An Najah province, Iraq w
hen enemy forces attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device. He
was assigned to the 3rd squadron, 3rd Armored Calvary regiment Ft Hood Texa
s. He was 22 years of age.

Matthew attended school at Lutie R-6 accel
erated school in Theodosia, MO where he was in the Honors Society and gradu
ated as salutatorian. He was also the president of the Tech Club, played ba
sketball, and participated in other student activities. In addition to serv
ing in the US Army Matthew was working hard at earning his college degree.<
/p>

Please join us when we honor his memory by running or walking at the
Matthew England Memorial 5K on Dec. 8.

Pam Hengen, Matthew’s mom, sai
d Matthew loved to run and this is a perfect way for us to remember his sac
rifice. If you cannot join us in Gainesville, you can still participate by
running or walking a 5K (3.1 miles) wherever you happen to be on that day.<
/p>

All proceeds from this event go to the Matthew England Memorial Schol
arship Fund.

Join us at the 4th Annual Cabin Fever R
eliever 20K & Resolution 5K. The 20K opens up the field to make a
nd break state records in Missouri. The course is USTAF Certified in
Rogersville, MO and includes great scenery and a couple of rolling hills. &
nbsp;This is a perfect chance to test your endurance and compete for a stat
e record and automatic PR for any first-time 20K-ers.

Happy St. Patrick's Day from the Marionville Comet Pride Marching Band!
Come celebrate with the band on March 16th, as we run through historic Mari
onville, home of the white squirrel, for the 14th annual Running of the Squ
irrels 5K. The course is flat and easy to navigate, perfect for all ages an
d abilities. We will have live music and refreshments. Feel free to dress u
p in your favorite Irish gear and join the fun! Cash awards will be given f
or Overall Male and Overall Female winners in addition to medals for the to
p three male and female finishers in each age category. All proceeds raised
from our 5K will benefit the Marionville Comet Pride Marching Band. Thank
you for your support!

CALLING ALL TRAIL RUNNERS!! Join us for a trail run in the Mark Twain Na
tional Forest near Brown Branch, MO! Like race swag & food? &nbsp
;Register for the Glade Top Trail run and get an event shirt, glade top recycle bag, and ad
ditional swag items
and of course the now FAMOUS BBQ chicken dinner that is enj
oyed by runners after the race. Plus..a ton of door prizes!!

Join us at the beautiful Empire Park Trail for a 5K race to benefit
the Kirbyville R-VI School Foundation as it seeks to provide support
to Kirbyville Schools for the enrichment of rural education opportunities b
y fund raising and charitable giving by the community, friends, alumni
, businesses and organizations.

Adult registrations come
with one free raffle ticket for an Ozarks Getaway donated by Big Cedar!! C
heck out the event page for details.

Join us for a whole weekend of fun! Road races, yoga, food, music, trail
races & more! All entry fees include the following: race weekend
shirt; commemorative finisher pint glass; a meal ticket for our fitness fe
stival party on 4/13 which will include dinner, music, and a fun, family at
mosphere. Beer will be available to purchase.

Entry Fee: $100 per team (
$200 for boys and girls) or $6.00 per individual● Make checks payable
to Clinton High School 1106 S. 8th St. Clinton, MO 64735● Additional
$25 if the online entry has to be reopened due to missing deadline.

Campbell United Methodist Church is ho
sting the 5th annual Run for the Son. This is a collaboration be
tween Campbell UMC, Schweitzer UMC, Wesley UMC, and Kingsway UMC to benefit
our Children’s Ministries.

After the race a large multi-churc
h Easter egg hunt will take place behind the Farmers Park at 9:30a.m. Child
ren 5th grade and younger are invited to attend.

**All runners should
park in the Campbell United Methodist Church Parking Lot at 1747 E. Republ
ic Road, Springfield, MO. A shuttle will transport you to Farmers Par
k**

This fundrais
ing event will be held at Hickory Hills Elementary/Middle School back parki
ng lot and field. This event, open to individuals of all ages, will include
a Family Fun Festival, competitive 5kstarting at 6pm, and a family f
riendly 1 Mile Walk/Run. Family Fun Festival and gates will open at 4:30pm.
Food will be on grounds or picnics are welcome. Bring your lawn chai
rs and enjoy the fun!

Join us! A $5 all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast will be served at the ev
ent. Children 5 and under eat free, and breakfast is free to all paid run/w
alk participants. Event includes a kids’fun zone and booths with games and
prizes.

At Girls on the Run we inspire girls to recognize their inner strength a
nd celebrate what makes them one of a kind. Trained coaches lead small team
s through our research-based curricula which includes dynamic discussions,
activities and running games. Over the course of the ten-week program, girl
s in 3rd-8th grade develop essential skills to help them navigate their wor
lds and establish a lifetime appreciation for health and fitness. The progr
am culminates with girls positively impacting their communities through a s
ervice project and being physically and emotionally prepared to complete a
celebratory 5K event.

A uniq
ue experience to run the trails of historic Camp Arrowhead in Marshfield, M
O. Founded in 1924, Camp Arrowhead is one of the oldest Scout camps West of
the Mississippi River, and home to summer resident camp opportunities for
Scouts, volunteers and their families in the Ozark Trails Council. We alway
s tell our Scouts “No Running in Camp!”, but here we are going to encourage
it! A 6K and 12K option are available for the inaugural race. 1st, 2nd, an
d 3rd place recognition for age divisions, and medals for finishers. Dutch
Oven Dessert and lunch provided post-race. Camping is optional for Friday n
ight, with purchase available for tent sites or cabin. All proceeds to bene
fit the Ozark Trails Council, Boy Scouts of America.

Join us for a 5K run/walk to support the life-affirming ministry of the
Republic Pregnancy Resource Center. The RPRC believes that every life has v
alue and every baby deserves the chance to experience this world!

Fif
ty percent of all pregnancies in the U.S. are unplanned and 70 percent of t
hese unplanned pregnancies are experienced by single women. The RPRC works
to support and empower these women to be awesome mothers and live hope-fill
ed lives through education, mentoring, and basic-needs assistance.

Th
e mission of the Republic Pregnancy Resource Center is to offer support and
comfort to those in our community facing need during and after pregnancy,
making positive choices through mentoring and education, providing hope for
a life-giving future.

This will be a family friendly run/walk
over mostly flat terrain, with a live band, and a post-race breakf
ast!

Be a part of something big. For the third year, Fleet Feet and Brooks wi
ll come together on June 5 to host The Big run. The annual nationwide 5k br
ings thousands of runners together on Global Running Day to do what we love
most--run.

Last year, 16,000 runners logged 25,000 miles at more tha
n 100 events in more than 20 states. Help us top that number this year. Why
? Because we want to bring running to more communities; we want more people
to set goals and meet them; we want more people to experience that feeling
of accomplishment as they cross the finish line.

Because running cha
nges everything.

We want to see the whole community participate becau
se, seriously, running together rocks. Let us recap the ways:

You get
to join Fleet Feet Sports communities across the country participating in
a nationally-coordinated event in different locations all on the same day.<
br />It's on a Wednesday—who couldn't use a mid-week pump-up?We know
some people. And some pretty cool brands (cough, cough, Brooks). Let's just
say, we're planning some fun raffle giveaways and category prizes.

Bring the family for a night of fun to help raise money for the Missouri
Institute of Natural Science and Riverbluff Cave! Participants can run or
walk the 5K, or 1 mile Fun Run. Funds from this fundraiser will benefit the
museum and aid in continued research within Riverbluff Cave. In addition,
donations will aid in partnering with area schools to offer educational exp
eriences to local students on Missouri’s natural history and its fragile ec
osystem.

Stick around after the run for free tours of the museum and
activities for the kids. Enjoy the museum grounds on this sure to be Specta
cular Spring Evening! Complete with fossil dig for kids, popcorn, snacks an
d other entertainment.

#sweatfest is a unique opportunity to set a Missouri State records on ou
r certified 2-mile, 5 mile and 10-mile course. OMRR picked these odd distan
ces because a lot of road races are not run at these distances, so you have
a better chance of getting a MO state record AND a PR!

OMRR also set
up an opt-in sweat off challenge. Do you sweat a lot when you run? Ever wa
nt to prove just how sweaty you are? Then this race is for you! Come claim
your sweaty title for the 5 mile or the 10-mile distance and brag to your f
riends that you ARE the sweatiest of them all! Last year’s winners lost mor
e than 2% of their body weight! Can you beat that? The person that sweats t
he most during the race, gets a unique prize!

We invite you to join the studen
ts and families of Ozarks Teen Challenge in the fight against teen addictio
n as we Run for Hope!

Ozarks Teen Challenge is a local non-profit, Christian rehabilitation
center for teenage boys ages 11-17 who are struggling with addiction or ot
her life controlling issues. Every aspect of our 15-month program: the dail
y routine, individualized academic & discipleship tracts, recreation th
erapy, leadership training, & life skills projects are developed with i
ntentionality, focusing upon each student's personal growth and development
. We are passionate about life transformation and restoring family relation
ships! To learn more about us go to: www.ozarksteenchallenge.com.

Join us for the second annual Take a Walk on the Wild Side 5k benefiting
Landan’s LegOcy! This is event two of two in our 2019 Wild Summer Family Fun Series
(you can find more information about our May 4 kickoff event, the Wild for
Awareness Carnival, on Facebook).

Landan’s LegOcy is a local organiza
tion that assists families with nonmedical expenses after a child has been
diagnosed with cancer. With almost $200,000 of assistance provided to 144 f
amilies since 2013, Landan’s LegOcy is making a nationwide impact, and you
can be a part of it! We welcome walkers, runners and everyone in between-th
is is an all ages, rain or shine event and we can’t wait to see you there!<
/p>

This is not your ordinary run! The DBO Diaper Dash & bRUNch Bash is
a run with a reward! Because when you reach the finish line, you will be tr
eated to an amazing brunch worth running (or walking) for! And that’s not a
ll – every participant receives:

The OFFICIAL Route 66 run is back and better then ever. Experience
the historic Mother Road on foot through historic downtown Springfield. &n
bsp;The age division awards have been modified to reflect the classificatio
n of a car. In a addition to a premium cotton t-shirt. Stay af
ter the race to enjoy all the live music, car show, food, and entertainment
that the Route 66 festival has to offer.

Today, we run in honor of those who are not able to. We run
because we can.Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), als
o known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, is a progressive neurodegen-erative diseas
e that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Voluntary musc
le action is progressively affected when motor neuron cells die, and patien
ts in the later stages of the disease may become totally paralyzed. Yet, th
rough it all, most people's minds remain unaffected. Life expectancy for mo
st people with ALS is usually two to five years following diagnosis, but wi
th recent advances in research and improved medical care, many patients are
living longer, more productive lives. As many as 30,000 Americans may be c
urrently affected by ALS, and there is no known cause and no cure for ALS.<
br />Haley's Hope was established in honor of a beloved daughter, sister, a
nd friend—Haley Stevens—who was diagnosed with ALS at the age of 16. During
her short battle, her family and friends knew that the only way to help ot
hers afflicted with this awful disease was to start raising money to help o
thers afflicted with this disease.Today, you run—in Haley
's memory—to spread awareness and to raise money for a cure.<
/p>

Today, we run in honor of those who are not able to. We run
because we can.Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), als
o known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, is a progressive neurodegen-erative diseas
e that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Voluntary musc
le action is progressively affected when motor neuron cells die, and patien
ts in the later stages of the disease may become totally paralyzed. Yet, th
rough it all, most people's minds remain unaffected. Life expectancy for mo
st people with ALS is usually two to five years following diagnosis, but wi
th recent advances in research and improved medical care, many patients are
living longer, more productive lives. As many as 30,000 Americans may be c
urrently affected by ALS, and there is no known cause and no cure for ALS.<
br />Haley's Hope was established in honor of a beloved daughter, sister, a
nd friend—Haley Stevens—who was diagnosed with ALS at the age of 16. During
her short battle, her family and friends knew that the only way to help ot
hers afflicted with this awful disease was to start raising money to help o
thers afflicted with this disease.Today, you run—in Haley
's memory—to spread awareness and to raise money for a cure.<
/p>

Join us for the 10th annual Habitat Home Run, a 5k, 10k, and 1 mile fun
run on Saturday, August 24, 2019! Run through our fast, flat, and shady cou
rse on our new race route in Woodland Heights, Habitat’s partner in Neighbo
rhood Revitalization!

Here we Glow! It’s time for the NEON Night Run/Walk, NAMI Southwest Miss
ouri’s annual event for Suicide Prevention. This 5k timed event and 1 mile
non-timed event is a glowing experience with illuminating lights and neon g
low. This is the area’s coolest, most eye dazzling nighttime 5K and 1 mile
featuring an illuminated trail, sounds of our Amazing DJ, the glow Zone and
a Photo Booth! Also featured is a special salute to our fallen veterans, w
ho lose their lives daily to suicide. Participants will receive a unique t-
shirt and glow gear. The illuminated Memorial Garden is a place where parti
cipants can remember those lost to suicide through the purchase of a plasti
c lighted luminary.

Since 2010 OneSolePurpose has given away over 20,000 pairs of new shoes
to students here in the Springfield area. Our 5K/10K run is one of our bigg
est fund raisers. Thanks to our generous sponsors, your registration fee is
used 100% for the purchase of new shoes. You run and a local student will
receive a new pair of shoes. That is a Win-Win right there.

Together Forever: A Skyler Sanders Family Fo
undation is a non-profit organization 501(c) (3) that was created in memory
and honor of Skyler Sanders. The goal of Together Forever is to create opp
ortunities for young families that are given the life shattering news that
their child or themselves as a young parent has cancer to make memories tha
t last a lifetime. Together Forever’s purpose is to select qualified young
families and provide them with an all-expense-paid vacation to the Branson
Tri-Lakes area to give them a break from their normal lives of treatments,
hospital and doctor visits. For information about Together Forever: A Skyle
r Sanders Family Foundation, visit www.togetherforeverskyler.org.

Fordland Community Care Day and
5K Character Run/Walk & Kid Character Fun Run

Pancake Breakfast ~ 5K Run ~ Auction ~ Music ~ Kids Fun Run

A 5K Fun Run to benefit the Fordland Care To Learn chapter. T
he goal for this fundraiser is to provide immediate funding and action to m
eet any emergent health, hunger, or hygiene need and restore a child's self
-respect so they can get back in the classroom.

In the state of Missouri there are app
roximately 1,775 children, ages 6-12 in the foster care system. Royal Famil
y KIDS currently has 4 Camps and 1 Club in Missouri serving these children.
The average camp serves 45-50 children each summer. They have wonderful vo
lunteers who have dedicated thousands of hours to reach America’s orphaned
and abandoned children.

The Summit Parent Organization will be hosting our 13th annual Run for T
he Summit. This year we will be celebrating SCIENCE! Many professional
s use science everyday! From Nurses, Anthropologists and Botanists to Cosme
tologists, Veterinarians and Chefs! The possibilities are endless!We encour
age you to get creative and dress up as your favorite science related profe
ssional. We hope to see a few mad scientists out there!

The Summit:The Summit is a
small, progressive, independent school that cares beyond the completion of
required courses to the development and future of the whole child, teachin
g not only the skills for academic success, but more importantly how to ove
rcome challenges, solve problems, and pursue lifelong achievement.

Cup-Free Race:That’s right...we are not providing cups at water st
ations! The Summit will be hosting a Cup-Free Race! Cup-Free Racing means:
safer aid stations with fewer cups to slip on; faster, more efficient,
and less crowded aid stations; less litter, trash, and waste.

Shining Stars Early Childhood Center is excited to present the 4th Annua
l Reach for the Stars! Our goal is to improve the quality of the playground
in order to give students meaningful experiences as they develop their gro
ss motor skills. Shining Stars Early Childhood Center provides special educ
ation services to students age 3 to 5 with significant developmental delays
.

All proceeds from the event will be donated to Shining Stars Early
Childhood Center to make purchases and improvements to their playground. Gr
oss motor skills are the skills needed to control the large muscles of the
body in a controlled and coordinated way. The window to develop gross motor
skills is a relatively narrow one, therefore it is crucial to provide oppo
rtunities for these skills to develop. Gross motor skills begin developing
at birth with the most critical time for development occurring between eigh
teen (1.5 years) and sixty months (5 years) of age. According to the Nation
al Association for the Education of Young Children, some children entering
kindergarten may exhibit developmental delays in gross motor skills if they
do not have sufficient opportunities to learn and practice these active sk
ills during early childhood. Research also supports that children who engag
e in physical activity regularly have increased attention spans which are n
ecessary for successful academic participation in school settings.

We are gearing up for our 3rd Annual Run to Care and cannot be more exci
ted about this year’s event!!!!! Grab your neon, parachute pants and jelly
bracelets and join us for a race back to the 80’s at the 3rd Annual Mercy A
urora and Cassville Run to Care! This year we are doing things A LOT differ
ent. Our race continues to grow and we have officially outgrown ourselves s
o this year ACT NOW Racing will be running the show at the start/finish lin
e, as well as, marking a new and improved course. The timing will be done v
ia chip on your runners bib but you are still welcome to walk if you would
prefer and you can still bring your dogs on a leash.

This year is als
o different because we are honoring Brandon Roy, former EMS Regional Manage
r. Brandon passed away from cancer in 2018. Brandon was a key player in sta
rting this event and truly lived the Mercy mission both at work and in his
community. This year’s t-shirt design and colors are also in honor of Brand
on.

All of the proceeds from the event benefit the Mercy Aurora and C
assville Mission Fund, which helps provide support to our patients and visi
tors in need.

The Halloween Hustle is a local race put on by local people with 100% of
proceeds benefiting a local charity—the Harmony House. The race starts and
ends at City Utilities, 301 East Central Street. This relatively flat race
route winds through historic mid-town Springfield. Expect no tricks, but l
ots of treats at the Halloween Hustle—with candy for your little ghosts and
goblins on every corner. An event for kids of all ages—runners are encoura
ged get in the holiday spirit and wear their Halloween costumes.

The
Halloween Hustle benefits Harmony House—Springfield’s only domestic abuse s
helter. The Harmony House provides shelter, advocacy, and education to surv
ivors of domestic abuse. Every penny raised form the Halloween Hustle will
support the Harmony House and the work they do every day. When you take par
t in the Halloween Hustle, you are helping the Harmony House provide a safe
, warm place for a survivor of domestic abuse and their child. When you get
involved, you are giving a survivor a chance to escape abuse and giving th
em access to resources such as food, clothing, court advocacy, life skills
classes and more. When you take part in the Halloween Hustle, your donation
stays local and you are helping the Harmony House continue to provide much
-needed services in our community all while making a huge difference!

Join us this year for the 1st Annual Heroes 5k Run. We will be holding t
his in an effort to raise money for the Sunshine Brotherhood Charity. This
event will be held on the same day as the Willard Veteran's Day Parade and
is the perfect event for families and individuals who are looking to give b
ack to our local heroes.

In 2015 the Sunshine Brotherhood was started
by Aaron and Linda Goddard. Aaron was a Rescue Specialist for the Springfi
eld, Missouri Fire Department, eleven years into his career he was diagnose
d with Esophageal Cancer. He lost his battle to cancer after 2 1/2 years of
courageous fighting in June 2015. While battling cancer Linda and Aaron cr
eated a foundation to help firefighters financially during a crisis. A coup
le of times during their journey the Fire Department did fundraisers and co
llected money for the Goddard family to help with medical costs. They were
extremely touched by these financial gifts and decided they wanted to give
something back. They discussed several times that they didn't know what fam
ilies did if it was not a dual income household. A firefighter's income wou
ld not sustain a household during a time of crisis. Linda took the money th
at was donated after Aaron's passing into the Sunshine Brotherhood - Aaron
Goddard Foundation. The purpose of the foundation is to provide financial s
upport, education on cancer prevention in the fire service, and to sustain
an annual scholarship to Willard High School to a graduate pursuing a trade
or public service career. To date four $1000 scholarships have been awarde
d to Willard High School seniors since 2015. Two families have received mon
etary gifts during this time of need.